18Jan
UndergraduateUniversity of Hull has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Inspire the next generation with a teaching degree that allows you to explore curriculum, teaching and learning with English as a subject specialism. Over two years, you can take part in this accelerated route to a teaching role or PGCE, where you’ll learn about children and young people’s development and how it’s underpinned by policy, research and practice. You’ll hear perspectives from guest lecturers and experience diverse learning environments, including our Forest School Training Centre. As an English specialist, you’ll explore a range of genres relevant to today’s classroom, helping develop your understanding of English language and literature at degree level. Why study at Hull?
- Fast-track your career: Our accelerated two-year programme is a unique opportunity to gain a first degree while focusing on your future teaching ambitions.
- Learn on-the-job on placement: Boost your employability by taking on a UK or international work placement to help your understanding of education in action.
- Boost your CV with an extra qualification: On top of your English specialism, you’ll have the opportunity to study for Forest School certification.
Modules
Core modules include: Introduction to Education Education Theory Education Specialism The Power of the Word: Stylistics Contemporary Issues in Education Research Methods All the World’s a Stage: Shakespeare and Early Modern Theatre Crime and Transgression
Assessment method
The first year of this accelerated degree has a strong focus on thinking critically about what education is, how it differs in different places at different times, the values that underpin and inform it, and developing the skills to reflect on it in thoughtful, insightful and well-informed ways. It provides opportunity to gain practical experience as well as exploring English as your subject of interest, allowing you to develop your knowledge alongside your understanding of how to teach it. The second year of the programme continue the focus on reflective practice, providing opportunity to visit a range of settings and to meet expert practitioners. It focusses on key contemporary issues and provides opportunity to develop the skills necessary to research an aspect of education about which you care passionately.
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:
- Course does not award QTS
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:
- X131
- Institution code:
- H72
- Campus name:
- The University of Hull
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 points
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Access to HE Diploma
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 28 points
T Level - M
Applicants must also have GCSE English Language and Mathematics at grade C/4. Applicants with other qualifications are welcome to apply.
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Health checks
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | This course requires IELTS 6.0 overall, with at least 5.5 in each skill. For other English language proficiency qualifications accepted by the University please visit www.hull.ac.uk |
| Institution's Own Test | 60% overall (with minimum 55% in each skill) |
Please click below for a list of the English language qualifications we accept.
https://www.hull.ac.uk/Choose-Hull/Study-at-Hull/Admissions/English-language-requirements.aspx
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £11440 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £11440 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £11440 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £11440 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £11440 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £11440 | Year 1 |
| International | £21160 | 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 Hull
Admissions Office
Cottingham Road
Hull
HU6 7RX