Primary Education (Accelerated Degree)

Leeds Beckett University
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 2 Years Education

UCAS Points

112 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£22,000

About this course

Prepare for a fulfilling career working with children in primary education on this two-year fast-track course.

Fast-track your learning Adopt a critically reflective and child-centred approach to teaching and working with children. You’ll earn a degree in two years and be primed to undertake a qualification to achieve Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

As part of this primary education course, you’ll:

  • Combine independent research with collaborative workshops

  • Explore contemporary issues such as inclusion, child development and the political nature of education

  • Develop your confidence, apply your learning and sharpen your teaching expertise through professional experiences

    Find Out More This course is ideal if you’re looking for a career change, particularly if you’d like to become a primary school teacher.

    You’ll obtain an undergraduate degree in two years, enabling you to apply for a School Direct or other postgraduate course in order to achieve QTS. Our ties with local schools mean that we can fully prepare you for your School Direct or Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) interview.

    You’ll be taught on campus through a range of lectures, seminars and workshops and independent study. Your research will explore a variety of issues and theories relating to primary or early years education.

    We have partnered with local schools and institutions to ensure your learning is informed by the very latest practices. The partnerships will offer the opportunity to plan your own cross-curricular lessons and teach children.

    You’ll join a community of like-minded peers from around the globe and teaching experts from the Carnegie School of Education. Our specialist team draws together academics and practising professionals.

    Why study the accelerated Primary Education course at Leeds Beckett University?

  • 100% of students were positive about the teaching on BA (Hons) Primary Education (Accelerated Degree)*

  • Fast-track your study on this intensive two-year accelerated degree

  • Link your learning with experiences in primary schools and specialist settings

  • Professionally experienced expert teaching team

  • Designed to prepare you for a teacher training postgraduate qualification

    National Student Survey 2024*

    • Entry Requirements

    UCAS Tariff Points 112 points

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2317 Teachers of English as a foreign language
    2314 Primary education teaching professionals
    2315 Nursery education teaching professionals
    3231 Higher level teaching assistants
    2319 Teaching professionals
    2324 Early education and childcare services managers

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    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    2 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Leeds
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Education
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £22,000

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    Leeds Beckett University

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