BA (Hons) Primary Education with QTS* (Full Time)

Summary 2012/13

• Train to enthuse and inspire children aged 5-11 with creative teaching;
• Gain Qualified Teacher Status and an Honours Degree;
• Study with an outstanding provider of Initial Teacher Training;
• Develop your own interests and receive individual support to meet your needs;
• Benefit from our excellent partnerships with schools.

"Edge Hill University provides its trainees, regardless of their chosen age range, with outstanding training": Grade 1 'outstanding' judgements made in all 33 inspection cells - Ofsted Initial Teacher Education inspection report, 12/5/2011.

Please note, this full-time programme is now closed for September 2012 entry. BA (Hons) Primary Education with QTS* (Part Time) remains open for applications.

* Successful completion of the programme leads to recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status.

This innovative, three-year full-time programme is an exciting opportunity to train to teach in Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2.

2012 Entry Requirements

300 UCAS tariff points overall, to include grades BC or equivalent, plus GCSE Mathematics, English Language and Science at grade C or equivalent. Candidates are expected to have relevant experience in primary schools or working with children.

Please note, for the purposes of initial teacher training, level 2 numeracy and literacy qualifications are not considered as equivalent to GCSE grade C in mathematics or English.

If you accept a formal offer from Edge Hill University you will be required to meet the Department for Education's standards for physical and mental fitness to teach and clearance to work with children. Further information, including a Declaration of Health questionnaire and details of how to apply for a Criminal Records Bureau Enhanced Disclosure will be sent to you after you have firmly accepted an offer.

Details

Who is this course for?

If you are committed to becoming an excellent, creative primary teacher and you want to acquire a deep understanding of children's learning and the changing Primary curriculum, then this is the programme for you.

What will I gain from this programme?

When you successfully complete this degree you will:

• Have a strong knowledge of Primary education and excellent classroom management skills, so that you meet the national standards for Qualified Teacher Status;
• Know how to teach in creative ways that excite and stimulate children while ensuring that they make good progress;
• Know that there are a variety of definitions of good teaching and be able to justify your own beliefs while respecting those of others;
• Have a strong understanding of a specialist curriculum area
• Be skilled in monitoring and managing your own development and learning.

How we will support you

Your personal tutor and your trained school mentors will support you and help you to monitor and plan your own progress.

What will I study?

You will follow four strands throughout your programme:

• Personal and Professional Development - you will learn how to study effectively at university and take charge of your own development. You will study how children develop and learn and you will build up the planning, teaching and assessment skills that you need to be an excellent classroom teacher.
• Curriculum - you will develop your own knowledge of all the National Curriculum subjects and study how children learn them. You will explore a range of teaching methods, including the use of ICT across the curriculum, so that you can provide stimulating, imaginative and effective learning experiences for children.
• Enhancement - you will choose a curriculum specialism from Language, Communication and Literacy; Mathematics; Science; PE; Humanities; Creative and Expressive Arts; Personal, Social, Health and Citizenship Education; Modern Languages. Within your specialism, you will develop your own knowledge, make an in-depth study of children's learning and curriculum development, and research a topic of your choice. You will also choose from a variety of option modules such as Additional Educational Needs and Alternative Educational Settings.
• School-based Training - you will spend a minimum of 24 weeks on placements in a variety of Key Stage 1 and 2 classes during your three years. You will progress from teaching small groups with a partner to teaching a full class on your own as become more confident in the classroom.

How will I study?

Your university experience will include lectures, seminar groups and workshops, and independent study supported by online and distance learning materials. In workshops you will engage in and reflect on classroom-type activities. In schools, you will observe and talk to children and teachers and try out different teaching methods.

Who will be teaching me?

You will be taught by a range of highly qualified and experienced tutors including practising primary teachers. Your tutors are dedicated to excellence in Primary education and will model good practice to enable you to develop your own teaching style.

How will I be assessed?

Assessment strategies will include portfolios of school-based work, written assignments, oral presentations, and observations of your teaching in schools. You will be given clear assessment criteria and constructive feedback.

What are my career prospects?

Our graduates obtain work in schools across the UK and abroad and we offer excellent support to help you gain a first post as a Newly Qualified Teacher. You will have an ability to teach in Key Stage 1 or 2 in Primary schools, a strong knowledge of Primary education and excellent classroom skills, so that you meet and exceed the national standards for Qualified Teacher Status.

You will also have a thorough understanding of how to teach the Primary curriculum in creative ways that excite and stimulate children whilst ensuring that they make good progress. In addition you will have comprehensive knowledge of a specialist curriculum area, preparing you to take a leadership role in school. Skills in monitoring and managing your own development, and an ability to reflect on alternative approaches to education, will help you to make your own informed choices and aid your career progression.

Further study at Edge Hill University

As a teacher you will be keen to build your skills as your career progresses. Edge Hill is one of the largest providers of Professional Development for teachers in the country. You could gain further qualifications through your work in schools and settings, or through further in-depth study.

During your Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programme we will carefully prepare you for your Induction Year by helping you to identify your continuing training needs. Edge Hill's Professional Development Team will continue to support you through your Induction Year and be available to you throughout your teaching career.

Related Programmes

• BA (Hons) Early Years Education with QTS* (Full Time)
• BA (Hons) Primary Education with QTS* (Part Time)

A Great Study Environment

Based in 160 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, the Ormskirk Campus is a unique and inspirational place to study. Industry standard resources and cutting edge technology combine to make an interactive and highly advanced teaching and learning environment. Everything you could want is on one site with 25 acres of sport and leisure facilities, more than 1,000 rooms in halls of residence and fantastic modern spaces in which you can study and socialise.

The University library gives you access to thousands of books, journals, online resources and extensive PC and media provision. You'll get all the support you need to succeed, reflected in Edge Hill University being ranked in the top two in England for students' personal development, and the top three in the country for assessment and feedback, in the 2011 National Student Survey. The University is also featured in the top four in England for graduate employment.

How do I apply?

Apply online through UCAS at www.ucas.ac.uk.

See our How to Apply pages for more information on the application process and our Admissions criteria.

Interview

Before you gain a place on this programme, if your initial application is successful you will be invited for an interview which consists of a group interview to find out about your current skills and abilities, your experience of primary teaching and what you have already learnt about primary education. You will also take a written test to assess your level of standard written English and your ability to respond to written text. All interviewees receive a guidance booklet prior to interview.

Fees and Finance

For academic year 2012/13, Edge Hill University will charge £9,000 for full-time BA, BSc and LLB degrees. Eligible students will not have to pay upfront for their tuition. The cost of tuition will be paid by a loan which you will only start to repay once you have finished the course and are earning over £21,000.

Eligible full-time students can also apply for a maintenance grant, subject to household income, and a non-means-tested loan to help with living costs.

Edge Hill University offers a range of scholarships for prospective full-time students. These include £2,000 Entrance Scholarships rewarding determination, commitment and achievement in creative arts, performing arts, sport and volunteering. Eligible entrants with outstanding grades are recognised through the £1,000 High Achievers Scholarship.

For more information on scholarships, including eligibility criteria for each award, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/scholarships.

To find out more about fees, grants and loans for full-time students in academic year 2012/13, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/undergradfees2012.

Please note, the above information is for UK and eligible EU students only. International students should check the fees and finance information at www.edgehill.ac.uk/internationalfees2012.

Not got the entry requirements?

If you do not have the relevant GCSEs required for this programme, Edge Hill University offers GCSE equivalency tests in English, Mathematics and Science.

If you would like pre-entry advice and guidance about your qualifications, please complete the advice and guidance online enquiry form.

Where can I find out more?

If you would like to receive a copy of our prospectus or be kept updated about forthcoming events, contact the Course Information, Advice and Guidance Team by emailing study@edgehill.ac.uk or calling 01695 657000.

If you want to attend one of our open events held throughout the year, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/opendays to book your place.

You will also find Edge Hill University staff at many national careers fairs and UCAS events.

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