BEd Hons Primary Education with Qualified Teacher Status

The Primary Education with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) BEd (Hons) at the University of Derby is an undergraduate course designed for individuals who aspire to shape and inspire young minds. This course provides you with the necessary knowledge and skills to become a competent and successful primary school teacher.Course Content: This course emphasizes practical experience, providing you with the opportunity to apply your learning in a real school environment. The curriculum is balanced between professional studies, school experiences and subject studies. Studies are focused on the 5-11 age range, which includes key stages 1 and 2 of the National Curriculum. Key Modules: The course is divided into different modules spread across three stages. In stage one, key modules include 'Introduction to Primary Education' and 'English, Maths and Science in the Primary Curriculum'. Stage two covers modules such as 'Inclusion and Pastoral care' and 'Teaching English and Mathematics in the Upper Primary Phase'. Stage three involves specialized modules like 'Leading Professional Practice' and 'Independent Study related to Education'. Accreditations: Successful completion of this course will award you with a BEd (Hons) in Primary Education, along with the internationally recognized QTS (Qualified Teacher Status), which enables you to teach in a primary school setting.Future Careers: This course prepares you for a career in primary education. It equips you with the skills and knowledge for leading learning and teaching, and managing and understanding children's behavior effectively. Graduates can go on to take up roles as Primary School Teachers, Special Educational Needs Coordinators (SENCOs), and Educational Consultants among other roles.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.