Introduction
Our BEd (Hons) Primary Education with QTS will make sure you become a 10/10 teacher. As one of the best Education training providers in the UK, ARU trains the highest quality teachers in the country.
Study at an award-winning university
We were named Times Higher Education (THE) University of the Year 2023. We've also been awarded a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework – a reflection of the outstanding education we offer our students.
Combine academic study with three high-quality assessed placements in primary schools and develop the experience, understanding and confidence you need to kick-start an exciting, successful career in teaching.
You’ll learn how to create a safe and happy classroom that supports pupils’ learning, and explore key issues affecting education today.
Our selective, individualised approach means you’ll be closely mentored and empowered to tailor your training to your individual needs and interests.
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Key facts
Entry Requirements
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Fees and Paying for University
Student experience
ITT selection event guidance
Karen Tozer, Lead for Initial Teacher Training in Peterborough, gives a few tips to help you prepare for our selection events.
Graduate Success
Emma Speller graduated from our BEd (Hons) Primary Education in 1998 and has worked in education ever since, currently as a Head Teacher in the Kemnal Academy Trust (TKAT).
Meet EmmaFacilities
Outstanding student support
Join our education community and:
- learn from primary school teachers and leaders with a wealth of experience
- be guided and mentored whilst on placement in primary schools that are hand selected to give you the widest range of practical experiences
- work with research-active lecturers who’ll support you carry out your own research in an area of interest
- make use of learning facilities including extensive library and IT resources
- access support, should you need it, with study skills, careers advice, health and wellbeing, and more.
Lecturers
Jenny Fogarty
Director of Initial Teacher Training
Leanne Gray
Lead for Initial Teacher Training
Careers
This is the course for you if you know you want to be a primary school teacher, with your undergraduate degree and QTS in one programme, we’ve designed it for the next generation of primary school teachers. Once you graduate from the degree you’ll be awarded Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and will be eligible to begin your Early Career Teacher (ECT) journey.
You’ll have experience a range of placements, fully preparing you to take on your own class. If you prefer to work outside of the classroom, you’ll be ready to take on various role in education and training.
Graduation doesn't need to be the end of your time with us, of course. If you’d like to continue your studies, we offer a range of postgraduate degrees in education. Take advantage of our Alumni Scholarship and get 20% off your fees.
Employability and personal career development
Informed by employers, our courses support an integrated approach to employability. You’ll have opportunities to develop the skills and abilities they are looking for and gain a deeper understanding of how your academic learning relates to the world of work through Live Briefs and Ruskin Modules.
To amplify your career ambition, you will need to actively dedicate time outside of your studies, whether you choose to explore placements, internships or volunteering. Or you could make a social impact by collaborating with our partner organisations through our volunteer scheme Students at the Heart of Knowledge Exchange (SHoKE). These all give you an edge, providing you with experience that you will be able to evidence on your CV and talk about in interviews.
Our Employability and Careers Service offers a range of expert advice and support to build your unique professional profile, including tailored career appointments, advice on writing your CV, and help to complete job applications. You’ll have 24/7 access to the Careers Centre, our comprehensive online digital resource, which empowers you to start building a Personal Career Development Plan from the very start. Design your future at ARU.
Vibrant campuses
Choose where you study: we offer this degree course in the heart of Cambridge, Chelmsford or Peterborough.
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