University of Cumbria
Primary and Early Years Education (3-11) with QTS BA (Hons)
University of Cumbria

Course modalities offered

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 100 graduates of Primary and Early Years Education (3-11) with QTS BA (Hons) and other courses in Teacher Training at University of Cumbria for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Teacher Training.

Overall student satisfaction
71 /100
100 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

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
Median salary £25000 £23000 £26500
25-75 percentile range £21000 - £28000 £17000 - £25000 £18500 - £30500


Salary of all UK Graduates of Teacher Training

  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

Course Description

Do you have the drive to change lives for the better? Want to inspire the next generation of learners? We’ll equip you with the training to make a difference as a passionate and enthusiastic primary and early years teacher. And, because the programme has QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) built-in, you can apply for a position as a teacher the minute you graduate.

The University of Warwick provides accreditation for the QTS element of this University of Cumbria programme.

Course Overview

You’ll explore how children engage with the curriculum and examine a range of areas of school practice via focused modules. This will develop your knowledge, understanding and pedagogy, so you can make a positive contribution to young children’s lives.

You’ll learn about education in a variety of settings, and will spend at least 24 weeks working in school-based placements. There will also be opportunities to work with local children in our campus-based facilities, including an Early Years outdoor classroom.

Your supportive tutors have a wealth of teaching experience and good links with local schools. Optional international trips will further bolster your planning skills.

On this course you will:

  • Achieve Qualified Teacher Status upon completion.
  • Spend at least 24 weeks working with children in school-based placements, both locally and farther afield.
  • Train to teach children aged 3-11 years, a uniquely broad catchment that gives you a wealth of diverse experience.
  • Be taught in small groups with lots of opportunities to collaborate with your peers and tutors.
  • Boost your employability in the education sector by studying an enhancement theme.

What you will learn

During this course, you'll explore how children between the ages of 3 and 11 learn. You'll explore the curriculum, specialisms and pedagogy, so you can make a positive contribution to young children's lives by delivering engaging lessons and life-changing support.

Year one

  • Investigating Learning and Teaching 1: Learning and Teaching and Research
  • Introducing EYFS and the Curriculum Carousel
  • Introducing Curriculum Carousel
  • Pedagogy through Specialism: Teaching and Learning
  • Beginning to Teach English
  • Beginning to Teach Maths
  • Beginning Placement
  • The Cumbria Teacher of Reading: Beginning

Year two

  • Pedagogy through Specialism: Gathering and Using Information to Enhance Learning and Teaching
  • Developing EYFS and Curriculum Carousel
  • Developing Curriculum Carousel
  • Pedagogy through Specialism: Learning Environments
  • Investigating Learning and Teaching 2: Inclusion
  • Writing and Creativity
  • Developing Maths
  • Developing Placement
  • The Cumbria Teacher of Reading: Developing

Year three

  • Investigating Learning and Teaching 3: Responding to a Dynamic Education Landscape
  • Investigating Learning and Teaching: Specialism Research
  • Curriculum Elective
  • Assessment
  • Pedagogy through Specialism: Thematic and Cross-Curricular Approaches
  • Effective Monitoring and Assessment of Diverse Learners in English
  • Extending Maths
  • Extending Placement
  • The Cumbria Teacher of Reading: Extending (Q10)

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.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Primary and Early Years Education (3-11) with QTS BA (Hons) at University of Cumbria

70% Quality and Regulatory Professionals
9% Elementary occupations
6% Process, plant and machine operatives
4% Information Technology Professionals
4% Managers, directors and senior officials
3% Business and public service associate professionals
1%
1% Business and public service associate professionals

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • All Degrees
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Primary and Early Years Education (3-11) with QTS, BA (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Primary and Early Years Education (3-11) with QTS BA (Hons)

England UK £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
EU £9250 year 1
International £13250 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 University of Cumbria in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of University of Cumbria in related subject specific rankings.

Education

    • #74 
    Education
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #62 
    • #78 
    Education
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

See all 6 university rankings of University of Cumbria

About University of Cumbria

The University of Cumbria is an institution whose stated aims are to develop the region’s talent and capabilities, and also to attract new talent into the region. The university operates out of 7 distinct campuses, two of which are situated within World Heritage sites and is the only university in the UK to be set in a national park. Each distinct campus has something unique to offer prospective students.

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