Primary Education (Accelerated Degree) BA (Hons)
Leeds Beckett University
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Headingley Campus

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Full Time

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Start date

26-AUG-25

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Duration

2 Years

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Headingley Campus

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Start date

26-AUG-25

Duration

2 Years

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**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 ...Read more


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


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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 qualificationNational Student Survey 2024*

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
41/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
57th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
75th
Education
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 86 = 14% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
14%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
89%
Average salary
Average salary
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Education graduate salary at this uni
£16,000
UK Education graduate salary
£17,000
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Megan
20 Feb 24

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Klaudia
20 Feb 24

The staff are all very helpful...Read more

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Entry requirements

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112 Grades / Points required

A minimum of 72 points from two A levels or equivalent, excluding General Studies.

Popular A-level subjects

Education

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Sociology
30%
Psychology
27%
English Language
22%
Health & Social Care
20%
English Literature
18%
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Tuition fees

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England

£10,300 per year

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£10,300 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£10,300 per year

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Students from Wales

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£10,300 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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Megan
20 Feb 24
Primary Education (Accelerated Degree) BA (Hons)
The student well-being support is amazing!!...
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Klaudia
20 Feb 24
Primary Education (Accelerated Degree) BA (Hons)
The staff are all very helpful....
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Leeds Beckett University
Leeds Beckett University , Leeds

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