BA Primary Education (3-11) with recommendation for QTS (with Foundation Year)
48 monthsProgramme duration
12,500 GBPTuition Fee/year
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Education and Training
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Discover how professional development supports inclusive practice and classroom confidence.
The BA (Hons) Primary Education 3–11 with Recommendation for QTS at Birmingham Newman University offers an inspiring and values-led route into the teaching profession. If you are passionate about supporting children’s development and helping every learner flourish, this course provides both the academic grounding and practical experience you need. You will explore how children learn across the primary age range, while developing essential skills in lesson planning, classroom management and inclusive teaching.
From your first day, you will be part of a university community that empowers you to grow, reflect and lead with integrity.
The BA (Hons) Primary Education 3–11 with Recommendation for QTS at Birmingham Newman University offers an inspiring and values-led route into the teaching profession. If you are passionate about supporting children’s development and helping every learner flourish, this course provides both the academic grounding and practical experience you need. You will explore how children learn across the primary age range, while developing essential skills in lesson planning, classroom management and inclusive teaching.
From your first day, you will be part of a university community that empowers you to grow, reflect and lead with integrity.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Education and Training
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Discover how professional development supports inclusive practice and classroom confidence.
The BA (Hons) Primary Education 3–11 with Recommendation for QTS at Birmingham Newman University offers an inspiring and values-led route into the teaching profession. If you are passionate about supporting children’s development and helping every learner flourish, this course provides both the academic grounding and practical experience you need. You will explore how children learn across the primary age range, while developing essential skills in lesson planning, classroom management and inclusive teaching.
From your first day, you will be part of a university community that empowers you to grow, reflect and lead with integrity.
The BA (Hons) Primary Education 3–11 with Recommendation for QTS at Birmingham Newman University offers an inspiring and values-led route into the teaching profession. If you are passionate about supporting children’s development and helping every learner flourish, this course provides both the academic grounding and practical experience you need. You will explore how children learn across the primary age range, while developing essential skills in lesson planning, classroom management and inclusive teaching.
From your first day, you will be part of a university community that empowers you to grow, reflect and lead with integrity.
Admission Requirements
48+
6+
We welcome students from all backgrounds and accept a wide range of qualifications. If yours aren’t listed, don’t worry – our Admissions Team can help you explore your options. See full entry requirements.
Entry requirements, for UK home students, for September 2026 entry: 48 UCAS points.
Those with significant work and life experience of a complexity that demonstrates an aptitude to study at degree level, but with no formal qualifications, will also be favourably considered.
Different degree pathway options available at the end of the foundation year may have different additional entry requirements.
If you require any further information or clarification of entry requirements please contact our friendly, helpful Admissions department, who will be happy to help.
Specific GCSE requirements:
• GCSE/IGCSE English language and maths grades 9-4/A*-C or equivalent • GCSE/IGCSE science grade 9-4/A*-C or equivalent
Other English Language qualifications are also accepted. Please contact admissions for further information.
Non-Academic Requirements:
Success at Interview. The Admissions team will use the course entry requirements, as well as your personal statement, reference and any work experience information, to shortlist and invite successful candidates for interview. Candidates will be assessed at interview on their motivation and understanding of the role of a teacher. You will also be required to complete an end of year interivew in order to progress onto year one.
Occupational Health Clearance. Candidates must receive a satisfactory occupational health clearance prior to commencing the course.
DBS Clearance. Candidates must receive a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring System check prior to commencing the course.
Fitness to Train to Teach Clearance. Candidates must receive a satisfactory Fitness to Train to Teach check prior to commencing the course.
English requirements
Undergraduate courses: A Secure English Language Test equivalent to IELTS 6.0 with no component below IELTS 5.5*
Entry requirements, for UK home students, for September 2026 entry: 48 UCAS points.
Those with significant work and life experience of a complexity that demonstrates an aptitude to study at degree level, but with no formal qualifications, will also be favourably considered.
Different degree pathway options available at the end of the foundation year may have different additional entry requirements.
If you require any further information or clarification of entry requirements please contact our friendly, helpful Admissions department, who will be happy to help.
Specific GCSE requirements:
• GCSE/IGCSE English language and maths grades 9-4/A*-C or equivalent • GCSE/IGCSE science grade 9-4/A*-C or equivalent
Other English Language qualifications are also accepted. Please contact admissions for further information.
Non-Academic Requirements:
Success at Interview. The Admissions team will use the course entry requirements, as well as your personal statement, reference and any work experience information, to shortlist and invite successful candidates for interview. Candidates will be assessed at interview on their motivation and understanding of the role of a teacher. You will also be required to complete an end of year interivew in order to progress onto year one.
Occupational Health Clearance. Candidates must receive a satisfactory occupational health clearance prior to commencing the course.
DBS Clearance. Candidates must receive a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring System check prior to commencing the course.
Fitness to Train to Teach Clearance. Candidates must receive a satisfactory Fitness to Train to Teach check prior to commencing the course.
English requirements
Undergraduate courses: A Secure English Language Test equivalent to IELTS 6.0 with no component below IELTS 5.5*
4 Years
Sep
Tuition fees
Domestic
5,760 GBP
International
12,500 GBP
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