Primary Education with QTS (with a Foundation Year) (Hons) St Mary's University, Twickenham, London

Overview

The Primary Education with QTS (with a Foundation Year) (Hons) at St Mary's University, Twickenham, London provides a robust pathway into the teaching profession for those who do not meet traditional entry requirements. This four-year programme combines an initial preparatory year with intensive professional training to ensure graduates are fully equipped for the classroom. Students benefit from a curriculum that covers all primary subjects while fostering specialist expertise in specific educational areas.

The foundation year is specifically designed to develop your confidence as a presenter and academic writer. You will gain a broad understanding of sociological perspectives in education and improve your numerical skills before progressing to the full degree.

Why Primary Education with QTS (with a Foundation Year) (Hons) at St Mary's University, Twickenham, London?

The university has a prestigious history of training teachers spanning 175 years and has maintained an Ofsted "Outstanding" rating since 2011. Students learn in purpose-built facilities that mirror real primary classrooms, allowing for interactive and hands-on sessions. The programme is highly regarded for its academic support, ranking second in London for this category, ensuring every trainee receives one-to-one guidance throughout their journey.

Practical experience is at the heart of the programme, with extensive school placements organised across a network of partner schools. These placements increase in duration each year, allowing you to transition smoothly from an observer to a lead teacher. Additionally, the curriculum integrates training on special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), inclusivity, and diversity into every module, preparing you for the complexities of modern classrooms.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 17100 per year
• National fee: GBP 9535 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is designed to meet the Initial Teacher Training Core Content Framework and is underpinned by contemporary research. Modules may include:

Foundation Year

• Personal and Professional Development
• How Children Learn
• Current Educational Contexts
• Working Together in Children’s and Education Services

Undergraduate Years

• School Experience
• Professional Studies
• English
• Mathematics
• Science
• Physical Education
• Foreign Languages
• Cross Curricular Learning
• Personal Research Project in Primary Education

Careers with Primary Education with QTS (with a Foundation Year) (Hons)

Graduates are highly successful in securing teaching appointments immediately after finishing their studies. Many find employment within the university's extensive network of partnership schools, often returning to mentor future trainees. The programme prepares you for roles as primary school teachers, subject leads, or educational researchers. Some graduates also choose to continue their academic journey by enrolling in postgraduate education programmes to further specialise their skills.