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Primary Education with QTS (5-11) at Teesside University - UCAS

Course summary

Course overview: You will develop your knowledge and skills across a range of curriculum studies, qualifying you to teach at primary level. You cover professional skills, subject understanding, pedagogy, research and theory, with a focus on developing your subject knowledge and exploring teaching theories. Throughout the course, you embed this knowledge and refine these skills, enhancing your own practice with placements and reflecting through action research. On placement, you practice teaching strategies, learn how to manage a classroom environment and develop an evidence-based approach from skilled professionals. By carrying out practical work in a school setting, you apply your knowledge in the real world. You also engage in research and subject enhancement projects to develop your skills further. You complete three professional placements and gradually build up your teaching experience while observing and working with colleagues. You experience the life of a teacher by fully immersing yourself in the school environment. You benefit from the support of a curriculum mentor and professional mentor, providing feedback and working with you to set targets. Mentors are highly trained and effective educational practitioners who provide you with information, advice and guidance throughout the course. We are partnered with a diverse range of schools and settings across the Tees Valley to give you contrasting experiences where possible. Placement in schools is dependent on several variables and while we will endeavour to take your location preferences into account, you should be prepared to travel across the Tees Valley. You may be eligible for a bursary or scholarship, check the getintoteaching website to find out more. After the course: You are supported to prepare for the next steps in your teaching journey as you progress to meet teachers’ standards. Develop your professionalism and employability, receiving advice and guidance in relation to recruitment and selection. The course ensures that you are ready to progress to professional development through the Early Career Framework in your first teaching role as an early career teacher.

Modules

Access course information through Teesside University’s website using the course page link provided (or visit www.tees.ac.uk).

Assessment method

Access assessment information through Teesside University’s website using the course page link provided (or visit www.tees.ac.uk).

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

  • Primary

How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
X120
Institution code:
T20
Campus name:
Teesside University Middlesbrough Campus
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

IELTS entry requirements for international students is level 6.5. Further information is provided at tees.ac.uk (search for English language). Use the course page link to access further information about the interview and selection process.

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)

Health checks

Interview

The interview and selection process are conducted on-site at Teesside University, Middlesbrough campus. Detailed information is available on the course web page.

Other

Declaration of Suitability


Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

Details of 2025-26 fees, scholarships and awards will be available as soon as possible. For 2024-25, find out more about fees and funding if you are from the UK or Ireland here: tees.ac.uk/fees, or if you are an international student here: tees.ac.uk/international/fees. If you live in the Channel Islands or Isle of Man contact your education authority: gov.uk/student-finance.
Primary Education with QTS (5-11) at Teesside University - UCAS