Primary Initial Teacher Education BA (Hons)

Primary Initial Teacher Education BA (Hons)

Rated outstanding by OFSTED, this course was designed in partnership with local primary schools to meet the requirements for Initial Teacher Education and provides the perfect grounding for those who wish to teach all areas of the Primary Curriculum.

During the first two years you will follow a broad and balanced programme which lays a secure foundation for the third and final year of study. You will then undertake a Professional Development Research Project (PDRP) in Year 3, which involves some school-based research, investigating an element of a selected curriculum area or theme. At the end of the course you will be equipped to meet the National Standards for the Award of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

On entry, all students follow a common programme, spanning ages 3-11 years during term one. Towards the end of term one, students opt for the 3-7 years or 5-11 years route for the remaining course of study.

There is a Primary Modern Foreign Language pathway in the degree and you can focus on either Spanish or French language and language teaching methodology. There is also an opportunity to undertake a placement in a special educational needs school for four weeks.

From time to time there are opportunities for other specialised placements in schools. Available full-time only All programmes subject to TDA or CWDC funding or requirements are subject to government changes.

Useful documents:
Return to Primary Teaching

Direct entry into year 2 only

 

The University of Worcester is ranked by OFSTED as an outstanding provider of primary teacher training. As a result we have gained some additional places from the TDA for students who want direct entry, for example from a foundation degree, to year 2 of the 3 year BA (Hons) in Primary Initial Teacher Education. You will need GCSE English, maths and science at grade C or above plus your foundation degree or equivalent. You will also need to have some recent experience in a primary classroom.

 

If you are interested, please contact the Admissions Office on 01905 855111. Deadline for applications is Friday 11th May 2012. Interviews will be held end of May (date to be confirmed).

 

You can get more information from Rachel Barrell - Course Leader on 01905 542061, David Flint - Head of Primary ITE on 01905 855260, or from the Admissions Office.

UCAS code

UCAS is the central organisation through which applications are processed for entry onto full-time undergraduate courses in Higher Education in the UK.

Primary - Early Years (3-7 years) BA (Hons) (Single Honours) X121 BA/eyrQTS

Primary - Later Years (5-11 years) BA (Hons) (Single Honours) X122 BA/lyrQTS

For the latest information, check the UCAS website at www.ucas.com

Study options

Full time only.

Get in touch

Admissions Office
01905 855111
admissions@worc.ac.uk

Rachel Barrell
01905 54 2061
r.barrell@worc.ac.uk

A minimum of 320 UCAS Tariff points from a maximum of 3 ½ A Levels (or equivalent Level 3 qualifications). Plus at least 6 GCSEs at Grades A-C, including Maths, English Language and Science

Post-16 qualifications should, for preference, have some National Curriculum relevance. It may be beneficial if qualifications reflected the likely choice of curriculum focus, for example, A Level Science

Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed. The TDA requires all trainee teachers to satisfactorily complete a medical questionnaire to demonstrate their fitness to teach, to obtain a Criminal Records Bureau enhanced disclosure and to register with the General Teaching Council for England  

Candidates will be expected to have had some recent experience in a primary school setting and to include this as part of the supporting statement in their application. Currently candidates, as a condition of entry, provide a report from a primary school head teacher where they have completed a minimum of two weeks’ work experience (or the part-time equivalent).

Non-Standard Entrance Mature students undertaking an Access course will need to demonstrate subject knowledge in a National Curriculum area. If candidates require further information about appropriate study they may request advice.

Modules

A sample of available modules includes:

Year One
Term One
Common programme spanning 3-11 years. 
Professional Studies; Core Subjects 1 (English, Mathematics and Science); ICT.
Serial school experience - opportunity to work in all age phases.

Term Two
Age phase programme to be pursued for duration or course: 3-7 years or 5-11 years.
Professional Studies; Foundation Subjects 1 (Art, History, PE).
Block school experience (4 weeks).

Term Three
Professional Studies; Core Subjects 2 (English, Mathematics and Science); ICT;
Foundation Subjects 1 (DT, Geography and Music).

Year Two
Term One
Professional Studies; Core Subjects 3 (English, Mathematics and Science); Foundation Subjects 2 (Art, Geography, History and PE).
Block school experience (3 weeks).

Term Two
Professional Studies; PSHE and Citizenship; Core Subjects 4 (English, Mathematics and Science); ICT; Foundation Subjects 2 (DT and Music); Religious Education 1.
Serial school experience (20 days).

Term Three
Professional Studies; Religious Education .
Block school experience (c. 5 weeks).

Year Three
Term One 
Professional Studies: Initial preparation for CEPD and NQT; Core Subjects (English, Mathematics and Science – cross curricular module); ICT; Professional Development Research Project , Research Methods.Serial school experience. (1 week) plus block placement (8 weeks)

Term Two
Block school experience (8 weeks) including classroom-based, small-scale research project.

Term Three
Completion of: Pedagogy and Management 7: Final preparation for CEP and NQT; Core Subjects 5 (English, Mathematics and Science); ICT; Professional Development Research Project (including Research Methods and Curriculum Area option).

Assessment

Various assessment methods, including the use of a profile of teaching competences and coursework closely linked with school experience. Students will demonstrate the ability to meet the TDA Professional Standards for Classroom Teachers.

Serena Foulsham

Student, Primary Initial Teacher Education BA (Hons)

“I love studying here, because the lecturers are so passionate about what they teach – you can’t help but absorb their energy. There’s a great sense of belonging and intimacy at the University – like being part of a big family.”

Academic department

Institute of Education 

“Our high quality programmes and innovative teaching methods prepare and train the very best professionals. Worcester graduates have made a huge difference in the field of education.”
Professor Chris Robertson, Head of Institute

Employability

Our newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs) have one of the highest employment rates of all graduates. There are excellent employment opportunities and good promotion prospects alongside job security. At the end of the course you will be advised about suitable in-service courses to follow in your teaching career, as part of your continuing professional development.

You will be invited to enrol on the Masters programme after your successful completion of the BA (Hons).

ESCalate Student Conference 2011 Employability and Enterprise – Worcester student, Megan David, was successfully awarded a nationally recognised bursary to attend and report back to students on the ESCalate website.