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UndergraduateCourse summary
**Please note that the information provided relates to the current academic year and is subject to change without notice by Sheffield Hallam University. Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information.** Course summary
- Gain an understanding of how children learn.
- Focus on the development of children and the teaching of the core subjects.
- Work in classrooms alongside your studies throughout.
- Develop your knowledge of teaching and learning in the primary years and key policies in the primary age phase. You will build your understanding of key stage 1 and 2 education and curriculum teaching. In your third year you also have the opportunity to engage in your own area of classroom research, enabling you to develop your expertise and classroom practice in your specialism.
- placement work
- lectures and seminars
- reflective writing
- practical assessments
- There are opportunities to study abroad at one of our partner universities with the possibility of funding through the Erasmus+ programme (until 2023) or the Turing Scheme.
- academia
- local authorities
- voluntary sector
- non-government organisation (NGOs)
- administrative and research posts
- enrichment work with young people
- general graduate careers including retail management and the civil service
Modules
Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances. Year 1 - Compulsory modules Introduction To The Foundation Subjects In Primary Introduction To The Primary Core Curriculum Professional Learning 1 Understanding Learning And Learners 1 Understanding Learning And Learners 2 Year 2 - Compulsory modules Developing Enquiry Through A Specialism Developing The Core Curriculum Developing The Foundation Subjects Placement 2 Professional Learning 2 Understanding Inclusion Final year - Compulsory modules Educational Enquiry Enhancing The English And Digital Literacy Curriculum Enhancing The Maths And Science Curriculum Placement 3 Professional Learning 3 Values And Issues In Education
Assessment method
Coursework Practicals
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
25Jan
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.
Application codes
- Course code:
- X120
- Institution code:
- S21
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
Please note the University will only admit students who are aged 18 or over at the point of enrolment.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Additional entry requirements
Other
Please note that the information provided on this web page relates to 2021 courses and is subject to change without notice by Sheffield Hallam University. Please note the University will only admit students who are aged 18 or over at the point of enrolment.
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Health checks
Occupational Health Screening You will need to undertake occupational health screening to determine your suitability to undertake the course. This will be provided by the University free of charge. As part of this assessment you are expected to provide all relevant, truthful and accurate information to ensure a safe environment for yourself and service users.
Interview
If you are shortlisted, we will invite you to a selection event, and you should bring a passport or photo driving license with you. You can bring other forms of photo ID for the selection event, but if you do, you will still need to present valid identity documents required by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) at your pre-course day. Please visit our course page for further details on the selection event.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | With a minimum of 6.5 in all skills. |
Unistats information
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Student satisfaction
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £15860 | Year 1 |
| International | £15860 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Please refer to our website for up-to-date information on costs and fees: https://www.shu.ac.uk/study-here
Sponsorship information
Scholarships, discounts and bursaries may be available to students who study this course.
Provider information
Sheffield Hallam University
City Campus
Howard Street
Sheffield
S1 1WB