Primary (School Direct) with Qualified Teacher Status

Overview

• Follow the School Direct route if you want to spend most of your time learning how to teach in schools
• Learn with university led training sessions with dedicated primary specialist tutor
• Receive recommendation for the award of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) on a course ranked as ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted - the highest possible accolade
• Study flexibly over two years; allowing you to work alongside your studies
• Join a recently revalidated programme where the content ensures your training is up to date and meets Ofsted stardards
• Choose a route that matches your career aspirations - choose Early Years (3-7), Primary (5-11) or Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) which encompasses either Early Years (3-7) or Primary (5-11)
• Benefit from our strong network of partnership schools so that you gain varied, challenging and effective practical experience
• Be inspired by our team of dedicated, friendly tutors who are renowned internationally for high quality teaching and research

• Take your career prospects to the next level: at the end of this course, you will receive 60 credits towards a masters degree

Careers

There are few professions as important and satisfying as teaching. Successful completion of this Primary (School Direct) with Qualified Teacher Status programme from University of Derby gives you the ideal springboard into a worthwhile career: a PGCE, Qualified Teacher Status, 60 credits at masters level and substantial practical experience.

The School Direct route is a popular choice for students who would like to secure a role in the network of schools where they train and we pride ourselves on producing highly employable graduates. Ofsted said: “Many trainees gain teaching posts before they finish their training and almost all have obtained a teaching post within a very short time of leaving the University.”

In a profession with lots of opportunities for career progression, we also give you a stepping stone towards a masters degree. With your 60 credits at masters level, you can ‘fast track’ to stage two of a masters degree and accelerate your professional development. Our MA Education is an excellent option, especially if you have your sights set on more senior roles such as head teacher or deputy head teacher.