Primary Education (5-11) with recommendation for QTS - Physical Education

Entry requirements

Applicants should have at least a 2:1 honours degree, or a 2:2 honours degree plus evidence of wider experience in a UK school or foundation setting relevant to Primary/Early Years education.

GCSEs:

GCSE English Language, Maths and a Science at Grade 4 (Grade C for those sitting their GCSE before 2017) or above, or an equivalent award including some equivalency tests, are required prior to the course start (Evidence should usually be provided by 1 September). Functional Skills and the Certificate in Adult Numeracy/Literacy are not accepted in place of GCSEs.

Months of entry

September

Course content

You’ll choose from two training models*:

University-led

• Study on-campus
• Develop your theoretical knowledge informed by the very latest research
• Supported by expert teaching staff
• Extensive placements organised by the university
• Placements will fit around your university lectures and seminars

School Direct

• Learn on the job in your provider school(s)
• Supported by experienced teachers and mentors
• Underpin your practical learning with university study

As part of this course, you’ll:

• Train to be a primary school teacher with a specialism in physical education, teaching children aged five to 11
• Study all primary stage national curriculum subjects, with a focus on English, mathematics, science and PE
• Explore established educational theories alongside new ideas, concepts and developments
• Learn to promote, shape and develop the teaching of PE within a primary school setting

*Both routes lead to a PGCE with 60 master’s credits on successful completion. There will be three assignments across the year, each leading to 20 master’s level credits.