Fast-track your learning
Adopt a critically reflective and child-centred approach to teaching and working with children. You'll earn a degree in two years and be primed to undertake a qualification to achieve Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
As part of this primary education course, you'll:
- Combine independent research with collaborative workshops
- Explore contemporary issues such as inclusion, child development and the political nature of education
- Develop your confidence, apply your learning and sharpen your teaching expertise through professional experiences
Looking to change careers?
This course is ideal if you're looking for a career change, particularly if you'd like to become a primary school teacher.
You'll obtain an undergraduate degree in two years, enabling you to apply for a School Direct or other postgraduate course in order to achieve QTS.
How you'll learn
You'll be taught on campus through a range of lectures, seminars and workshops and independent study. Your research will explore a variety of issues and theories relating to primary or early years education.
Partnerships
We have partnered with local schools and institutions to ensure your learning is informed by the very latest practices. The partnerships will offer the opportunity to plan your own cross-curricular lessons and teach children.
Our ties with local schools mean that we can fully prepare you for your Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) or School-Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) interview.
Our community
You'll join a community of like-minded peers from around the globe and teaching experts from the Carnegie School of Education. Our specialist team draws together academics and practising professionals.
