Primary Education BA (Hons)
Plymouth Marjon University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 15 graduates of Primary Education BA (Hons) at Plymouth Marjon University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Education.
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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 | £22500 | £19500 | £21500 |
25-75 percentile range | £12000 - £26000 | £14500 - £23500 | £18500 - £25500 |
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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 (Hons) Primary Education is an important programme for the university, typically recruiting well and having an important role within the Institute of Education in terms of priorities, strategy and practice.
The proposed degree offers a programme that aims to consolidate many of the pre-existing quality elements from the current iteration, whilst also looking to develop aspects where the team has received feedback, and introducing new ideas that are innovative and will appeal to all year groups. The programme is held together by a number of over-lapping threads, including educational theory, practice in primary, the nature of curriculum, reflection and reflexivity, wider contextualising issues factors, research and ethics. Learning builds sequentially with the threads holding together key aspects of the learning. Alongside the content-focussed learning sits wider and more diffuse aspects of learning, which are enhanced through the approach to pedagogy and assessment; among other things, this learning includes development of digital competence, enhanced oral and written communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively, and seeking creative solutions.
The first year programme of study offers a diverse range of modules that will excite and stimulate students, giving them the chance to develop understanding of the core principles and theories that underpin learning throughout. In the immersive module An Introduction to Education, for instance, students begin grappling with big questions about the nature and purpose of education, the value and controversies surrounding curriculum, historical perspectives on education, and why politics matters in education. Later modules will unpick many of these ideas, revealing their complexity and giving students a chance to understand these issues in context/practice.
Teaching and assessment methods are intended to be diverse, and support students’ holistic development
Why this course at Marjon?
- Learn within a hugely experienced education team with a wide variety of expertise.
- Placement projects available each year, working with a tutor in a school.
- Take time to practise for your QTS skills tests and take any GCSEs you are missing.
- Work with practising teachers on your modules, giving you an insight into the realities of the classroom.
What might I become?
Many students go on to a primary teaching qualification through School Direct or PGCE, and this course fully prepares you for those routes, including helping you to review what type of teacher you might become. Other opportunities include early years teacher training, community education, youth work, children’s workforce professionals or educational officers.
Find out more at Open Day
Open Day is your opportunity to find out more about studying Primary Education at Marjon. You’ll meet lecturers and find out why we are ranked second in the UK for teaching quality*. Our student life talks will help you prepare to go to university, covering topics such as careers, funding, sport and our award winning on-campus student support service. You can also take a tour of the campus with a current student and find out about the student-led clubs and societies.
Why study at Marjon?
- First-class facilities used by world-class athletes
- Small, person-focused university with a big personality
- No.1 university in England for Student Satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2023)
- Southwest University of the Year for Student Life and Student Support (WhatUni Student Choice Award 2022)
- No.3 university in England for Learning Community (National Student Survey 2022)
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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 Primary Education BA (Hons) at Plymouth Marjon University
25% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
20% | Sales occupations |
10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
10% | Secretarial and related occupations |
10% | Media Professionals |
10% | Elementary occupations |
10% | Information Technology Professionals |
10% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
Other Level 3 qualifications will be considered
Costs
Tuition Fees Primary Education BA (Hons)
EU | £14500 | year 1 |
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Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
International | £14500 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
EU applicants will be classed as International unless they have Pre-settled or Settled status.
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)
- year 2
- year 3
University Rankings
Positions of Plymouth Marjon University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Plymouth Marjon University in related subject specific rankings.
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
See all 5 university rankings of Plymouth Marjon University
About Plymouth Marjon University
Plymouth Marjon University, usually abbreviated to Marjon, is the trading name of the University of St Mark and St John. Based in a single campus several miles north of Plymouth city centre, next to Derriford Hospital, Marjon delivers courses and programs from two faculties: Faculty of Education, and Enterprise & Culture and Faculty of Sport, Health & Wellbeing.
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Student composition of Plymouth Marjon University
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Total number of students enrolled at Plymouth Marjon University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 2085
- postgraduates:
- 415
- Total:
- 2500
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Primary Education”: 760 Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
Where is this programme taught
Similar courses
Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) | UCAS Tariff | City | ||
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Primary Education BA (Hons) | Plymouth Marjon University | 84% | 0% | 5% | £9250 | £14500 | 94 | Plymouth | On campus Full-time | |
Primary Education BA (Hons) | University of Strathclyde | - | - | - | £9250 | £18050 | - | Glasgow | On campus Full-time | |
Primary Education with English BA (Hons) | University of Reading | - | - | - | £9250 | £22350 | - | Reading | On campus Full-time | |
Primary Education (QTS) BA (Hons) | Middlesex University | - | - | - | £9250 | £15100 | - | London | On campus Full-time | |
Primary Education (Early Years 3-7) with QTS BA (Hons) | Leeds Trinity University | - | - | - | £9250 | £12000 | - | Leeds | On campus Full-time | |
Primary Education (5-11) BA (Hons) | York St John University | - | - | - | £9250 | £14000 | - | York | On campus Full-time | |
Primary Education (QTS) Foundation Stage/KS1 BA (Hons) | University of Roehampton | - | - | - | £9250 | £15000 £15750 | - | Roehampton | On campus Full-time | |
Primary Education (with QTS) BEd (Hons) | Plymouth Marjon University | - | - | - | £9250 | £14500 | - | Plymouth | On campus Full-time | |
Astudiaethau Addysg Gynradd (Dwyieithog) BA (Hons) | Cardiff Metropolitan University | 70% | 5% | 15% | £9000 | £15000 £16000 | 130 | Cardiff | On campus Full-time | |
Primary Education (5-11) with Foundation Year BA (Hons) | York St John University | - | - | - | £9250 | £14000 | - | York | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023