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Primary and Early Years Education (with Qualified Teacher Status) at University of Sussex - UCAS

University of Sussex

Degree level: Undergraduate

Primary and Early Years Education (with Qualified Teacher Status)

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2025 - 2026
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University of Sussex has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Course summary

Good for Overall Effectiveness in the Primary Age-Phase (Ofsted 2023) Outstanding for Overall Effectiveness in Early Years ITT (Ofsted 2023) 10th in the UK for Education (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024) About the course Teaching is a rewarding career – you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference to the life outcomes for children you’ll work with. On this course, you’ll develop the skills, knowledge and enthusiasm to become a successful and creative teacher in two phases of education:

  • Primary (KS1 and KS2)
  • Early Years (EYFS).
At Sussex, you’ll learn from experienced and passionate members of staff. You’ll:
  • explore how children develop and learn in the core subjects (English, Mathematics and Science) and the full range of other primary curriculum subjects
  • develop strong and supportive relationships with young learners that nurture their wellbeing
  • plan and teach engaging lessons, tailoring learning experiences to students individual needs in an ever-changing society
  • critically reflect on theory, policy and classroom practice to develop your identity as a creative and research-driven teacher.
You’ll gain the confidence to apply your knowledge and ideas to both your academic studies at University and to your practice during your school placements. You’ll spend at least 120 days in a school throughout your degree – supported by a mentor and the school professional tutor. You’ll also have the opportunity to apply to study abroad. In your final year, you’ll undertake a research project on an aspect of Primary Education that you’re passionate about. This will give you the skills to:
  • conduct educational research
  • interpret data
  • use evidence to enrich your classroom practice.
We’ll support you at every stage of your degree. As soon as you apply, we’ll help you get ready for your interview. You’ll be supported by a personal tutor throughout the course together with module, year and course leaders. And once you’re in the final year of your degree, we’ll work with you towards applying and interviewing for your first post as a teacher. We’re also keen to keep in touch and support you in your time as an early careers teacher. About Sussex Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution. Location Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.

Modules

See the modules you will study by year by going to the 'view course details' link.

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:
X120
Institution code:
S90
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)

Health checks

Interview

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)7including at least 6.5 in each component. We accept IELTS One Skills Retake. We do not accept IELTS Online.
PTE Academic67including at least 62 in all four skills. We do not accept the PTE Academic Online test.
TOEFL (iBT)95TOEFL (iBT) including at least 22 in Listening, 23 in Reading, 23 in Speaking, 24 in Writing. We do not accept TOEFL (iBT) Home Edition.

Please see our English language requirements.

http://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/international-qualifications/english-language-requirements

Student Outcomes

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85%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
90%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9535 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9535 Year 1
Scotland £9535 Year 1
Wales £9535 Year 1
Channel Islands £9535 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9535 Year 1
EU £22575 Year 1
International £22575 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

Note that your fees may be subject to an increase on an annual basis as the Government reviews the fee levels.
Primary and Early Years Education (with Qualified Teacher Status) at University of Sussex - UCAS