Overview
Teaching is an extremely rewarding and challenging career. The Education - Primary - Early Years course at University of Chester aims to nurture teachers who are passionate about the development of their own and their pupils' learning.
Career Prospects
The University of Chester Partnership has a rich history of developing highly skilled, knowledgeable teachers, and has a high employability rate. Our Partnership has learning at its heart, combined with passion and enthusiasm for teaching and learning. This is reflected in our 'Outstanding' grading from Ofsted (2016).
We will provide you with the support you need to become a critically reflective evidence-based practitioner through a combination of academic challenge and school-based learning. A distinctive aspect of the Chester experience is the enrichment module, which will support you in developing your expertise and employability in different educational settings, e.g. nurseries, SEND schools, KS2 provision. Strong pastoral care is a key aspect of ensuring your success on this demanding but fulfilling course.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- The Nature and Purpose of AssessmentCompulsory
- The nature and purpose of teaching, learning and the curriculum
- Constructing the Primary and Early Years Curriculum
- Dialogue, Interaction and Learning
- Learning to teach: Developing Critical Perspectives
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Early Childhood Education Primary Education View 105 other Masters in Early Childhood Education in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
UK/EU
- hold or be expected to gain a minimum 2:1 degree
- have GCSE grade C/4 in English Language, Maths and Science
- have to pass the skills tests in literacy and numeracy
International
Students from countries outside the UK are expected to have entry qualifications roughly equivalent to UK A Level for undergraduate study and British Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) for postgraduate study.
Tuition Fee
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International
13450 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 13450 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Chester
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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