Primary Education, BA

Our BA Primary Education (QTS) programme is designed to help students build a strong professional identity as primary teachers. Over three years, you will engage in core and optional modules aligned to nurture your interests and ambitions, equipping you to graduate as a novice teacher with potential for future growth in education. For further details, visit the programme page at https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/Subject-area/education-ug/ba-qts-primary-education.Core modules, subject to final approval for 2025/26, include Professional Studies and School Placement 1, English in the Primary Curriculum 1, Mathematics and Computing in the Primary Curriculum, Teaching Practical Sessions in Science, Design Technology, Art and Physical Education, and Global Inclusion and Social Justice for Education. Optional modules may vary based on availability. This course provides Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) for primary-level teaching in state schools in England and Wales. Check the website for updated course structure information.

The following modules have been approved in principle for delivery in 2025/26. Please note that as part of our current curriculum improvement process, all modules require final University approval and may be subject to change. Core modules for this course: Professional Studies and School Placement 1 English in the Primary Curriculum 1 Mathematics and Computing in the Primary Curriculum Teaching Practical Sessions in Science, Design Technology, Art and Physical Education Global Inclusion and Social Justice for Education The University cannot guarantee that all optional modules will be available to all students who may wish to take them. Further information about the content of final approved modules will be available in the summer of 2024. We suggest that you regularly revisit our course page during this time to ensure you have the most up-to-date information regarding the modules offered on this programme. Check our website for more details about the course structure.