Primary Education (QTS) - BA (Hons)
Bristol, UWE
Student rating
This is the overall rating calculated by averaging all live reviews for this uni on Whatuni.
( 4.2) View reviews

Want to know what it's like to study this course at uni? We've got all the key info, from entry requirements to the modules on offer. If that all sounds good, why not check out reviews from real students or even book onto an upcoming open days?

Different course options
2 options available
academic-cap
Qualification

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

location-pin
Location

Frenchay Campus

beaker
Study mode

Full Time

calendar
Start date

SEP

time
Duration

3 Years

Course info

Select a course option


Qualification

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

Location

Frenchay Campus

Study mode

Full Time

Start date

SEP-26

Duration

3 Years

SELECT

Qualification

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

Location

Frenchay Campus

Study mode

Full Time

Start date

SEP

Duration

3 Years

SELECTED

Subjects

Select a subject


Education
SELECTED

Exam type

Select a an exam type


A level
SELECTED

UCAS Tariff
SELECT

Access to HE Diploma
SELECT

GCSE/National 4/National 5
SELECT

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
SELECT

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
SELECT

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
SELECT

T Level
SELECT

WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
SELECT

Course info

Prepare to enter the classroom as a transformational professional, ready to make a real difference to the lives of the children you teach. BA(Hons) Primary Education will give you a broad and inspiring grounding in education. Youll develop your skills in teaching five to eleven year olds across key stages one and two, to professional standards.Our primary education degree will support you to become a thoughtful, creative, and well-rounded educator who understands why as well as how children ...Read more

Prepare to enter the classroom as a transformational professional, ready to make a real difference to the lives of the children you teach. BA(Hons) Primary Education will give you a broad and inspiring grounding in education. You'll develop your skills in teaching five to eleven year olds across key stages one and two, to professional standards.Our primary education degree will support you to become a thoughtful, creative, and well-rounded educator who understands why as well as how children learn well. There are many ways of being a great teacher we'll help you to be the best teacher you can be. Read, discuss, and question current practice and policy and make links between educational theory and practice. Explore current and future-facing areas including education for sustainable development, inclusion, and digital education. This course prepares you for a career as a teacher and leads to the award of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Your course will include experience in diverse schools and settings with children from a range of cultural backgrounds, and across the spectrum of needs. Become an expert communicator, creating a positive, safe environment and thoughtful, evidence-based, and exciting educational experiences for the children you work with.

Key stats

  UCAS
WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2025 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
45/279
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026
39th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026
62nd
What students say
L
Lillie
27 Jan 25

It’s a great place to study and has lots of great courses to offer. It feels relaxed as well and there is lots of facilities on campus to use...Read more

R
Rebecca
07 Dec 23

My journey as a student at the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) has been a tale of both commendable features and notable challenges. UWE Bristol boasts an..Read more

Modules

Modules (Year 1)
Modules (Year 2)
Modules (Year 3)
IDP Connect

Entry requirements

Exam type

A level

A level:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

UCAS Tariff:

112 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

GCSE/National 4/National 5:

Grade C/4 or above in English Language or Literature, Mathematics and Science, or equivalent. We do not accept Level 2 Key Skills, Functional Skills or Certificates in Adult Literacy and Numeracy as suitable alternatives to GCSEs for this course. Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DMM Grades / Points required

T Level:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Latest reviews

Latest Teaching In Primary Schools reviews

Teaching In Primary Schools
Teaching In Primary Schools
Primary Schools (General)
L
Lillie
27 Jan 25
PGCE with QTS Primary (5-11) (School-based)
It’s a great place to study and has lots of great courses to offer. It feels relaxed as well and there is lots of facilities on campus to use....
Read more
R
Rebecca
07 Dec 23
My journey as a student at the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) has been a tale of both commendable features and notable challenges. UWE Bristol boasts an...
Read more
Review breakdown
University rating
University rating
Students' union
Societies and Sports
University halls
Facilities
Lecturers and teaching quality
Local life
Career prospects
Student support
Location
Campus look and feel
Student life
Course rating
Course content
Work placements and internships
Tutor contact time
Subject facilities
University location
Cost of living
Safety
Public transport
Part-time work opportunities
Graduate employment opportunities
Diversity
Location
Safety
Room allocation
Internet/wifi
Value for money
Property management

How Teaching In Primary Schools students rated:

Student rating
( 4.0) 2 reviews
5 star
0%
4 stars
100%
3 stars
0%
2 stars
0%
1 star
0%

How all students rated:

Student rating
( 4.2) 1,147 reviews
5 star
37%
4 stars
47%
3 stars
14%
2 stars
2%
1 star
0%
Search reviews that mention

Uni info

Bristol, UWE
Bristol, UWE , Bristol

UWE Bristol is an ambitious, progressive university based in one of the UK’s most vibrant and creative cities....

Student rating
( 4.2) View reviews
CUG ranking
62nd
Bristol, UWE
Coldharbour Lane Bristol South Gloucestershire BS16 1QY United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Bristol Parkway  0.6 miles away
Thinking of studying in Bristol?

Check out our

Bristol city guide

Find a course

  • Undergraduate
  • HND / HNC
  • Foundation degree
  • Access & foundation
  • Postgraduate