Birmingham City University

Overview

Embark on a rewarding journey to become a qualified primary teacher with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) at Birmingham City University. This honours degree program combines university-based education with practical school placements, equipping you with the essential skills to plan, teach, and assess across the primary curriculum.

What you'll study

Programme Structure

• Year 1 focuses on foundational concepts such as child development, teaching practice, and core primary pedagogy.
• Years 2 and 3 emphasize subject-specific teaching, assessment techniques, and classroom effectiveness, complemented by increased school-based training.
• Throughout the program, you will undertake school placements, receiving support from university tutors and school mentors.

Indicative modules may include:

• The Developing Child
• The Emerging Teacher
• Promoting Progress in Core
• Assessing and Reporting
• Special Educational Needs and Disability and Inclusion
• Subjects in Action
• Critical Issues in Core
• Current Issues in Education

Teaching practice and professional development

• Engage in school-based training sessions that focus on essential classroom skills, including planning, differentiation, behavior for learning, and reflective improvement.
• Participate in intensive training elements that cover adaptive teaching, transitions, and assessment within real school environments.

Final assessment

• Your assessment will typically comprise a combination of academic coursework and professional practice evidence aligned with QTS requirements, varying by cohort.

Entry requirements

Admission is generally based on your academic qualifications and your suitability for teacher training. There are no specific GRE, GMAT, or GPA requirements for this program.

Career prospects

Graduating from this program opens avenues for a fulfilling career in primary education. With QTS, you will be prepared to teach in a variety of educational settings, making a positive impact on young learners' lives. Career opportunities may include roles in state and independent schools, as well as positions in educational support and consultancy.