Teaching in a primary school is one of the most rewarding careers you can have, and a BA in primary education will give you the experience and support you need to succeed in your studies and achieve Qualified Teacher Status.

Why study primary education with us

You will learn through a mix of theory and practice to develop the ability and confidence to teach all the subjects in the National Curriculum to children from 5 to 11 years, reception, KS1 and KS2.

We are in the top 250 in the world for Education courses (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2019), which means you will be guided by expert tutors with extensive experience working in school settings, so you will get the support you need to realise both your academic potential and career ambitions.

Our BA Primary Education is a highly competitive course which means all our students are dedicated individuals with a passion for developing the experience and skills needed to become an excellent teacher.

Our course qualifies you as a primary school teacher which is a profession with excellent progression and benefits. Our graduates have an excellent reputation within the profession, and our employment rates are extremely high. Many graduates gain their first class teacher role in the school where they carry out their final School Experience, and many also continue to work with the university as members of staff in partnership schools. According to the Unistats website, 100% of our students are in employment or further study six months after graduation.