Teacher Training

When you make the decision to embark on an initial teacher training course, there are a range of options to consider.

There are full time undergraduate programmes designed for those who do not yet have a degree whilst other options are available for those who already hold a first degree.

For post-graduates, there are university-based postgraduate certificates in education teaching courses. As part of the admissions process, applicants will be invited to interview at the School of Education.

To be able to teach at state-maintained schools in England and Wales, you have to achieve Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). This is included in all our initial teacher training programmes.

Choosing the right course

	Course	Summary	Why take this course?
Primary	BA Primary Teacher Education (Campus-based)	A three-year degree course with qualified teacher status	A course which will teach you the knowledge and skills required to be an effective primary school teacher. This course will lead to a BA (hons) degree in Primary Teacher Education and Qualified Teacher Status.
Primary	PGCE Primary 5–11 years	A one-year full-time campus based course for students that have an undergraduate degree.	This full time primary education PGCE course provides you with the professional skills and subject knowledge required to become an effective teacher of children aged 5-11 years. You will gain Qualified Teacher Status.