Primary Education with QTS (work-based two year top-up) BA (Hons)
St Mary's University, Twickenham
Key Course Facts
Course Description
This is a top-up programme intended for those who have already been awarded or are working towards a foundation degree in Primary Education.
Whilst employed in work with children and young people for at least half of the week - in either a paid or voluntary capacity - you will attend St Mary's University for one day a week to achieve a Bachelor's degree.
Primary Teaching is a rewarding and challenging choice of career. We offer two degree pathways for students who have successfully completed a Foundation degree in Education that would like to achieve Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Choosing the Work-Based Route to gain a QTS meets the needs of distinctive areas of education - teaching, learning and pedagogy.
This part-time course allows you the unique opportunity to continue to work within the education sector whilst studying with us.
All pathways within this programme prepare you to teach children aged 5-11
The programme includes students from a broad cross-section of society who work in faith and secular contexts, special needs, Primary and Early Years.
We have developed strong partnerships with a variety of schools including Catholic, other church and secular schools. Colleagues from these schools are involved in selecting students, supporting them during periods of school experience and contributing to University-based modules.
As part of the Training and Development Agency (TDA) requirements, you will be required to gain experience in two key stages in two different schools. Throughout the two years you will be assessed at school by tutors and your school mentor, supporting you to meet the TDA standards. On completion of a QTS award you will complete the Career Entry and Development Profile in preparation for transition to a newly qualified teacher (NQT)
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 63 graduates of Primary Education with QTS (work-based two year top-up) BA (Hons) at St Mary's University, Twickenham for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Primary Education.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Primary Education courses of St Mary's University, Twickenham
Salary
Salary of Graduates of Primary Education with QTS (work-based two year top-up) BA (Hons) at St Mary's University, Twickenham
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Primary Education with QTS (work-based two year top-up) BA (Hons) 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 | £26500 | £32000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £25000 - £29000 | £25000 - £29500 | £28500 - £35500 |
All Primary Education courses of St Mary's University, Twickenham
Salary of all UK Graduates of Primary Education
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £24629 | £23769 | £26716 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £22965 - £28008 | £17500 - £27452 | £18804 - £31696 |
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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.
All Primary Education courses of St Mary's University, Twickenham
Current jobs
Job in line with future plans
Utilise skills from studies
Work is meaningful
Required skill level of job after 15 months
% Skilled jobs
Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Primary Education with QTS (work-based two year top-up) BA (Hons) at St Mary's University, Twickenham
| 90% | Teaching Professionals |
| 1% | Administrative occupations |
| 1% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 1% | Caring personal services |
| 1% | Sales occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
All Primary Education courses of St Mary's University, Twickenham
Qualification requirements
Foundation Degree in Education A Level, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent You will need to be employed in work with children and young people for at least half of the week (in either a paid or voluntary capacity).
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still be able to join Primary Education with QTS (work-based two year top-up), BA (Hons).
Costs
Tuition Fees Primary Education with QTS (work-based two year top-up) BA (Hons)
| EU | £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 | £12250 | 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.
University Rankings
Positions of St Mary's University, Twickenham in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of St Mary's University, Twickenham in related subject specific rankings.
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The Guardian UK University League Tables by Subject
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- #30
- #40
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 13 June, 2022]
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What students say about studying Primary Education in the UK?
About St Mary's University, Twickenham
St Mary’s University is a publicly funded, formally Roman Catholic education institution situated in Twickenham, London. This university is best known for the impressive selection of sport and wellbeing degrees that they have on offer, but applicants can also expect to find degrees based on Catholic Education. The Twickenham campus is smaller than that of most other universities that can be found in and around London, and for that reason could be more suited to that learner which truly excels in an environment that isn’t excessively crowded, and where they can consult knowledgeable and experienced tutors easily without long waiting times.
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Primary Education with QTS (work-based two year top-up) BA (Hons) | St Mary's University, Twickenham | 89% | 0% | 7% | £9250 | £12250 | 110 | Twickenham | On campus Part-time | |
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 13 June, 2022
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 24 September, 2022