Become a Primary or Early Years teacher with our comprehensive teacher-training degree. Our expert tutors will support you to become a confident and creative teacher with the skills and experience demanded by schools. This is one of the most highly regarded courses in the country, with an enviable employment record. Our close relationship with partnership schools means you gain a wide experience of teaching in many different kinds of educational settings, from large inner-city academies to small, rural schools. Why choose this course? You will develop the depth and breadth of your subject knowledge, so you can begin your career as a confident and innovative teacher. You will benefit from:
accreditation for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)* with the Department for Education (DfE), allowing you to take a post as a Newly Qualified Teacher upon successful completion
the option to specialise in either Early Years, or Primary Education with a subject focus
excellent facilities and experienced and enthusiastic tutors.
95% of students believe their career prospects have improved due to this course (National Student Survey 2021).
95% of students think this course has provided them with opportunities to apply what they have learnt (National Student Survey, 2021).
92% of students think they have had the right opportunities to work with other students as part of this course (National Student Survey, 2021).
*The title of this award is subject to change due to an ongoing government consultation. For the latest information, please visit www.gov.uk/dfe
About University
Nottingham Trent University
(NTU) is one of the most popular universities in the UK, with a commitment to
student satisfaction, graduate employment, and teaching quality.
We’ve been
named University of the Year three times over the last few years including
Guardian University of the year, 2019, Times and Sunday Times Modern University
of the Year 2018 and Times Higher Education University of the Year 2017.
Outstanding teaching Our teaching is among the
best available in the UK. NTU has been rated Gold in the
Government’s Teaching Excellence Framework – the highest possible ranking.
Our lecturers bring
extensive experience in industry, research, and the professions to their teaching
so you’ll get a grounding in theory as well as the practical applications and implications.
You’ll also benefit from inspirational guest lecturers and speakers to bring
your subject to life.
Your future Studying at
NTU will open up career opportunities in the UK and around the world.
All our
courses offer work experience through placements or work-base projects letting
you develop your knowledge in a professionally relevant environment.
Our courses
focus on your future and you can get support and advice from our employability
team throughout your studies and beyond.
Join a global
community With students
and staff from over 160 different countries, you’ll be joining a global learning
community. This rich diversity of backgrounds, experiences and opinions expands
the outlook of our students and brings fresh perspectives to our teaching.
Prestigious scholarships We offer a
range of prestigious scholarships up to half your tuition fee. These awards are
made to applicants who demonstrate high academic achievement and the potential
to contribute to the university community.
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This is one of the most highly regarded courses in the country, with an enviable employment record. Our close relationship with partnership schools means you gain a wide experience of teaching in many different kinds of educational settings, from large inner-city academies to small, rural schools.
Why choose this course? You will develop the depth and breadth of your subject knowledge, so you can begin your career as a confident and innovative teacher.
You will benefit from:
*The title of this award is subject to change due to an ongoing government consultation. For the latest information, please visit www.gov.uk/dfe
About University
Nottingham Trent University
(NTU) is one of the most popular universities in the UK, with a commitment to
student satisfaction, graduate employment, and teaching quality.
We’ve been
named University of the Year three times over the last few years including
Guardian University of the year, 2019, Times and Sunday Times Modern University
of the Year 2018 and Times Higher Education University of the Year 2017.
Outstanding teaching
Our teaching is among the
best available in the UK. NTU has been rated Gold in the
Government’s Teaching Excellence Framework – the highest possible ranking.
Our lecturers bring
extensive experience in industry, research, and the professions to their teaching
so you’ll get a grounding in theory as well as the practical applications and implications.
You’ll also benefit from inspirational guest lecturers and speakers to bring
your subject to life.
Your future
Studying at
NTU will open up career opportunities in the UK and around the world.
All our
courses offer work experience through placements or work-base projects letting
you develop your knowledge in a professionally relevant environment.
Our courses
focus on your future and you can get support and advice from our employability
team throughout your studies and beyond.
Join a global
community
With students
and staff from over 160 different countries, you’ll be joining a global learning
community. This rich diversity of backgrounds, experiences and opinions expands
the outlook of our students and brings fresh perspectives to our teaching.
Prestigious scholarships
We offer a
range of prestigious scholarships up to half your tuition fee. These awards are
made to applicants who demonstrate high academic achievement and the potential
to contribute to the university community.