Overview
If you are weighing up Primary Education MA, the useful thing to know early is how much the entry terms vary between departments teaching it. It is a 1 year postgraduate programme, so the pace is quick and the dissertation carries real weight.
Teaching in Primary Education suits people already working in education as much as new graduates. We currently work with 39 universities on this course across 28 cities.
The lowest English requirement we hold on this course is IELTS 6.0, and departments asking more than that usually expect a stronger academic record too. Tuition ranges from £16.000 to £34.000 a year depending on the department, which is a real difference over the length of the course.
Send us your transcript and we will tell you honestly which of these you are a realistic candidate for, and which are worth an application anyway.
Entry requirements
AcademicA bachelor degree in a related subject. Most departments look for the equivalent of a UK 2:1, though some accept a 2:2 with relevant experience.
EnglishIELTS 6.0
Careers opportunities
Check whether the course carries qualified teacher status, because that single fact decides whether you can teach in a state primary school in England. With QTS the employment rate is among the highest of any degree.
Roles graduates go into
- Primary school teacher
- Early career teacher
- Subject or phase lead
- Special educational needs coordinator
- Supply or international teacher
- Curriculum developer
Where they work
- State primary schools and academies
- Independent and preparatory schools
- International schools
- Local authority education services
- Tutoring and educational publishing
After the course
Qualified teacher status, then the statutory two year early career framework induction, then the national professional qualifications.
Fees and funding
Tuition, international students£16,000 - £34,000