Overview

The Primary and Early Years Education with QTS is offered at Birmingham City University.

What's covered in the course?

Our aim is to help you become a committed, confident and creative teacher so we’ll train you in the essential tools you need to kick-start your career in education.

You’ll increase your ability to handle the ever-evolving teaching environment, and by the time your course is complete, you’ll be in a position to continue developing your understanding, knowledge and skills throughout your professional life.

Why Choose Us?

We support you with the job application process as part of your course.
Gain Master's level credits gained as part of this course that you can then use towards a full Master's degree.
We have strong relationships with hundreds of primary schools in the region. Schools are committed to the quality of experience they offer our trainees.
Our team of experienced teachers, who have held senior positions in schools, are there to support and guide your progress.

OpportUNIty: Student Jobs on Campus ensures that our students are given a first opportunity to fill many part-time temporary positions within the University.

This allows you to work while you study with us, fitting the job around your course commitments.

By taking part in the scheme, you will gain valuable experiences and employability skills, enhancing your prospects in the job market.

Programme Structure

Modules include:

Core Curriculum

Foundation Curriculum

School Based Training

Professional Studies and Leadership
Electives

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-18 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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IELTS

6

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Teaching Early Childhood Education Primary Education View 60 other Masters in Early Childhood Education in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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80

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6

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Other requirements

General requirements

We normally require a Bachelor's Honours degree at 2:1 level or above from a UK higher education institution or a recognised equivalent in a subject that provides the necessary foundation for work as a primary teacher although we will consider applications from those with a 2:2 degree.

Trainees expecting to take a specialist module in a core subject, Special Educational Needs or Early Years must have an appropriate degree or be able to demonstrate equivalent understanding and experience.

GCSE at grade C or above (or its equivalent) in English, mathematics and a science subject is also necessary at the point of enrolment.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

17690 GBP / year

≈ 17690 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

≈ 9535 GBP / year

Living costs

Birmingham

United Kingdom

765 - 1134 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Primary and Early Years Education.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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Overview

What's covered in the course?

Why Choose Us?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Birmingham

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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