Primary Education Studies BA (Hons)
Cardiff Metropolitan University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 40 graduates of Astudiaethau Addysg Gynradd (Dwyieithog) BA (Hons) and other courses in Education at Cardiff Metropolitan University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Education.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Education
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Education 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 | £25000 | £19500 | £22000 |
25-75 percentile range | £21000 - £27000 | £14000 - £22000 | £17000 - £26500 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Education
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £22820 | £18460 | £20799 |
25-75 percentile range | £17528 - £26934 | £13130 - £23882 | £14555 - £27277 |
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Course Description
The BA degree in Primary Education Studies will ensure that you have a good understanding of fundamental issues in the field of education in various contexts and environments. The course focuses specifically on the primary sector, and will be an ideal foundation for those interested in careers in primary education. Also, this degree is suitable for those who are interested in working in the wider fields of education, health and social work.
There are two study paths available:
D93T: BA (Hons) Primary Education Studies W93T: BA (Hons) Primary Education Studies (Bilingual) / BA (Hons) Primary Education Studies (Bilingual)*
Regular opportunities for work-based experience in schools will enable students to engage in current practice using the latest technologies and learning strategies. There is a wide variety of schools located in Cardiff and the surrounding area, and they will give you the opportunity to see first class practice in all areas of the primary period.
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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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Astudiaethau Addysg Gynradd (Dwyieithog) BA (Hons) at Cardiff Metropolitan University
50% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
15% | Teaching Professionals |
10% | Engineering professionals |
5% | Information Technology Professionals |
5% | Sales occupations |
5% | Web and Multimedia Design Professionals |
0% | Design occupations |
0% | Administrative occupations |
0% | Business and public service associate professionals |
Grading Distribution
Students of the course received the following grades
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Qualification requirements
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
The Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted in lieu of one A Level at the A Level grades specified, excluding any subject specific requirements.
If your qualifications are not listed above, please contact Cardiff Met Admissions who will advise you.
English language requirements
test | Grade | Additional Details |
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IELTS (Academic) | 6 | No element lower than 5.5. Academic IELTS test required. |
PTE Academic | 52 | No element lower than 51 |
TOEFL (iBT) | 72 | TOEFL Internet required. |
Cambridge English Advanced | Minimum 169 (no element lower than 162) |
Costs
Tuition Fees Primary Education Studies BA (Hons)
Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
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Channel Islands | £9000 | year 1 |
EU | £15000 | year 1 |
England UK | £9000 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9000 | year 1 |
Wales | £9000 | year 1 |
International | £15000 | year 1 |
EU | £16000 | year 1 |
International | £16000 | year 1 |
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 Cardiff Metropolitan University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Cardiff Metropolitan University in related subject specific rankings.
Education
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- #76
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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- #7
- #81
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- Education
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
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- #5
- #501
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- Education
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 26 October, 2022]
See all 16 university rankings of Cardiff Metropolitan University
About Cardiff Metropolitan University
Cardiff Metropolitan University, also known as CardiffMet, was established in 1976 in the small city of Cardiff, Wales. This university holds more than 1,000 student residence rooms, and it takes pride in that the accommodation here is more than just a place to sleep. Those living on-site have access to frequent and free social events taking place nearby, ensuring that those learning here have just as many opportunities to make connections as they do to succeed academically.
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 26 October, 2022
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings by Subject:
- 37.4% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
37.6% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
15% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023