University of Chichester has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
The BA (Hons) Primary Teaching (SEND) (QTS) programme at the University of Chichester is designed to train you to become a fully qualified primary school teacher, focusing on children aged 5-11 (Key Stages 1 and 2). This three-year program emphasises both theoretical and practical aspects of teaching, providing students with the opportunity to teach the full range of subjects within the national curriculum. Undertaking a SEND subject study will also enable students an opportunity to explore key inclusion issues in order to enhance their understanding gained from the broader inclusion elements on the programme. The University of Chichester is an ideal place to train as a teacher, perfectly aligning with the vision of producing educators who are skilled, knowledgeable, and exemplary role models. The university's long-standing reputation for excellence in teacher training, reinforced by 185 years of experience, ensures that students receive a comprehensive and well-rounded education. By nurturing aspirational, inspirational, and motivational teachers, Chichester fosters a teaching environment where students can grow into confident, reflective practitioners. Moreover, the university emphasises the importance of global citizenship and social justice, preparing trainees to understand diverse cultural perspectives and instil these values in their classrooms. This commitment, alongside strong partnerships with schools across the South East, equips aspiring teachers with the practical experience and holistic approach required to inspire future generations. As a result of our approach to teacher education, not only do student teachers engage with vital topics (such as developments in cognitive science or how to adapt teaching for pupils with SEND), they do so with a strong sense of moral purpose and underpinning values. Our success as a provider of teacher education has resulted in the University of Chichester’s strong reputation, earning a range of accolades such as an "Outstanding" rating in our most recent Ofsted and TEF Gold for teaching excellence. Most of all, our graduates feel prepared to enter the teaching profession and make a real difference to the children they teach.
Modules
The course modules cover key components of teacher education such as professional studies, curriculum studies and classroom experience. These modules provide student teachers with the essential knowledge required to be a primary school teacher. You will learn what to teach (the curriculum), how to teach (pedagogy) and why you are teaching (values and aims of education) through engagement with research, theory and practice. The SEND pathway through the primary teaching offers additional modules to enhance students’ knowledge and understanding of SEND. These will include critical thinking about how the school curriculum can be enriched through a better understanding of SEND and how to promote best principles in SEND. Students will also have the option of undertaking part of their school experience in a SEND specialist setting. The course takes student teachers from the foundations of good practice in the first year through to the final year of the programme where they can enrich their understanding through a range of optional modules. This personalisation of the programme enables student teachers to thrive as future professionals. Please see the University of Chichester website for further details of modules.
Assessment method
Assessments include essays, presentations, 1:1 discussions, coursework, and the creation of creative stimuli.
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
29Jan
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:
- X130
- Institution code:
- C58
- Campus name:
- Bognor Regis Campus, University of Chichester
- Campus code:
- R
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 - 120 points
A level - BCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 26 - 28 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
T Level - M
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Interview
The interview is designed to assess the applicant’s suitability for the teaching profession, as well as academic ability. All applicants will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of professional requirements and an awareness of current educational issues.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | No element below 6.5 |
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| International | £16344 | Year 1 |
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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of Chichester
Bishop Otter Campus
College Lane
Chichester
PO19 6PE