Primary Education (3-11) with QTS BA (Hons)
Cardiff Metropolitan University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 105 graduates of Primary Education (3-11) with QTS BA (Hons) at Cardiff Metropolitan 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 Education and Teaching
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £22000 | £19500 | £22500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £19500 - £27000 | £14000 - £22000 | £17000 - £26500 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Education and Teaching
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £26506 | £24514 | £28116 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £24888 - £29177 | £18792 - £27897 | £20130 - £32846 |
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Course Description
The BA (Hons) Primary Education with QTS degree is a three-year undergraduate course that leads to the award of an honours degree and qualified teacher status. This degree can also be partly studied through the medium of Welsh.
The course aims to prepare student teachers to be highly-skilled, confident, critically reflective and innovative practitioners who are committed to life-long professional learning and the education of young people.
Graduates will develop the values and dispositions that will enable them to be highly employable and ready to meet the demands of the classroom.
Distinctive features of the Degree include:
•University and school experiences that train student teachers to teach the Curriculum for Wales across the 3-11 age range
•Research-informed clinical practice where structured opportunities enable student teachers to use theory to interrogate practice and vice versa.
•A supportive and collaborative culture of learning
•School-led training days led by schools identified as leading providers of education and professional development
•Opportunity to undertake the Agored Cymru Accredited Assist at Forest School Level 2 training
•A commitment to the development of Welsh language skills of all student teachers based on their individual experience and needs
Please note entry requirements are subject to change for 2023 entry
This degree is also offered through the medium of Welsh with the UCAS Application Code X121.
Unfortunately, we are unable to consider deferred applications for this course.
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 Primary Education (3-11) with QTS BA (Hons) at Cardiff Metropolitan University
| 30% | Media Professionals |
| 30% | Teaching Professionals |
| 10% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 5% | Engineering professionals |
| 5% | Information Technology Professionals |
| 5% | Secretarial and related occupations |
| 5% | Teaching Professionals |
| 5% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 5% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
To include grade BCC at A level
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
M in T Level Health, Healthcare Science, or Science.
Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis
Access to HE Diploma
31-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects.
Including one in a relevant subject/science (90 UCAS tariff points)
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
Including one in a relevant subject/science (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 |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7.5 | IELTS band score 7.5 overall and minimum of 7.0 in each component in the ‘academic’ IELTS test. |
Costs
Tuition Fees Primary Education (3-11) with QTS BA (Hons)
| Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| 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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- #6
- #76
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- Education
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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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- #3
- #501
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- Education
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 19 October, 2023]
See all 17 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:
- 19 October, 2023
- 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)
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- Published:
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