Primary Education Leading to Qualified Teacher Status BA (Hons)
Bangor University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 20 graduates of Addysg Gynradd Yn arwain at Statws Athro Cymwysedig BA (Hons) at Bangor University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Teacher Training.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Teacher Training
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Teacher Training at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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| Median salary | £27000 | £23500 | £27500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £27000 - £27500 | £18500 - £25000 | £21000 - £30500 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Teacher Training
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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| Median salary | £26506 | £24514 | £28116 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £24888 - £29177 | £18792 - £27897 | £20130 - £32846 |
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Course Description
You will develop a thorough understanding of how children learn and the skills needed to develop into an innovative and creative teacher who can make a real difference to the lives of young people. The school locations are in a wide variety of locations. including urban and rural schools, mainstream schools and special schools where you get support from experienced staff to learn how to prepare appropriate work plans and consider assessment and reporting strategies.
This exciting Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) degree trains you as a primary teacher specially qualified to teach in Wales and is equally valid for those who want to teach in the rest of the UK and beyond. It's a great time to come and study to become a teacher in Wales. Education in Wales is entering an exciting new era and developing a first class curriculum for schools. Bangor University, which has a longstanding excellent reputation for teacher training and education, is in partnership with high quality schools in north Wales who have played an important role in planning the course you will study. This course is presented as part of the CaBan Partnership between schools, Bangor University, the GwE Regional Consortium and the CIEREI research institute. Together we share the common goal of educating the next generation of educators of international standard, from initial teacher education to continuous professional learning throughout their career.
Our partner schools have well-trained mentors who will support your progress towards becoming an outstanding and innovative teacher. Tutors and experienced researchers at the university and school staff will offer excellent support and stimulating learning sessions at the university and at the school on placement. Students on this Welsh medium course will be placed in Welsh medium schools and we will support and encourage you to develop your Welsh skills further in an educational setting throughout the course.
'International Experience Year' and 'Year on Placement' options are available for this course. You will have the opportunity to consider these options fully after starting your course in Bangor and you can apply to transfer to one of these options at the appropriate time. There is more information about these options on our website, and please feel free to contact us if you have any queries.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Addysg Gynradd Yn arwain at Statws Athro Cymwysedig BA (Hons) at Bangor University
| 80% | Secretarial and related occupations |
| 10% | Media Professionals |
| 5% | Caring personal services |
| 5% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
M in T Level Health, Healthcare Science, or Science.
Access to HE Diploma
31-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects.
Rydym yn hapus i dderbyn cyfuniadau o'r cymwysterau a restrir uchod, yn ogystal â chymwysterau Lefel 3. Rydym hefyd yn croesawu ceisiadau gan ymgeiswyr hŷn. Pwysig: • Parodrwydd ac agwedd gadarnhaol o ran ceisio gwella eu defnydd personol o'r Gymraeg. • Mae'n ofynnol i ymgeiswyr gael gwiriad boddhaol y Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd ar gyfer y gweithlu plant yn cynnwys gwirio'r rhestr rhai sydd wedi eu gwahardd rhag gweithio gyda phlant. Mae'n ofynnol hefyd i ymgeiswyr sydd wedi byw neu weithio y tu allan i'r DU gael gwiriad cofnodion troseddol yn y wlad y buont yn byw ynddi. • Dylai ymgeiswyr ystyried yn ofalus eu gallu i gyflawni gofynion y proffesiwn. Edrychwch ar yr ystyriaethau i ymgeiswyr i Raglenni Addysg Gychwynnol Athrawon. Cysylltwch â ni i gael rhagor o wybodaeth. Ymgeiswyr Rhyngwladol: derbyniwn gymwysterau ymadael â’r ysgol cyfwerth â lefel A/Lefel 3 a/neu diplomâu colegau o wledydd ledled y byd (yn amodol ar ofynion sylfaenol iaith Saesneg - Lefel 7 IELTS yn gyffredinol (heb unrhyw elfen dan 6.5)). Manylion yma: www.bangor.ac.uk/international/applying/entryrequirements We are happy to accept combinations of the qualifications listed above, as well as alternative Level 3 qualifications. We also welcome applications from mature learners. Additional: • A willingness and positive attitude towards seeking to improve personal use of the Welsh language. • Applicants are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check for the child workforce including a check of the children’s barred list. Applicants who have lived or worked outside the UK are also required to undertake a criminal records check in their countries of residence. • Applicants should reflect carefully on their ability to meet the rigours and demands of the profession. Refer to the considerations for applicants to Initial Teacher Education Programmes. Please contact us for more information International Candidates: school leaving qualifications that are equivalent to A levels/Level 3 and/or college diplomas are accepted from countries worldwide (subject to minimum English Language requirements - IELTS Level 7 overall (with no element below 6.5)). Details at: www.bangor.ac.uk/international/applying/entryrequirements
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 4.5
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 5.5
- Others Pre-masters English 5 month program
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- 5.0
- Others Pre-masters English 6 month program
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- 4.5
- Others Pre-masters English 9 month program
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- 6.0
- Graduate Degrees
- (no subscore less than 5.5)
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
- (no subscore less than 5.5)
Costs
Tuition Fees Primary Education Leading to Qualified Teacher Status BA (Hons)
| Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
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| England UK | £9000 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9000 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9000 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9000 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Tuition fees and scholarship information for International applicants can be found here:
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Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of Bangor University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Bangor University in related subject specific rankings.
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- #2
- #23
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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- #4
- #38
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- Education
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
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About Bangor University
Founded in 1884 in Bangor, Wales, Bangor University offers strong support when it comes to student research initiatives. Some examples include the Environment Centre, a dedicated Language facility, and Europe’s largest underground root laboratory in Treborth Botanic Gardens. Additionally, the campus is situated less than 15 minutes away from Garth Pier on-foot, one of the main places to visit in Bangor.
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
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- Published:
- 09 September, 2023
