Birmingham City University

Birmingham

United Kingdom

Overview

The BA (Hons) Primary Education with QTS program at Birmingham City University offers the professional qualification of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) alongside a degree, preparing graduates for a career as a primary school teacher. The course provides opportunities to explore interests and develop core skills and experience in Primary and Early Years teaching. It allows students to specialize in either the 3-7 or 5-11 age ranges, qualifying them to deliver primary education in primary schools and early years settings. Practical experience is gained through placements in local schools in the wider Birmingham area. The program is underpinned by a commitment to student well-being and achievement in a supportive environment, with learning led by experienced tutors.

Website

https://www.bcu.ac.uk/student-info/how-to-apply

Median Salary

$26,000

Ranking

#501

The World University Rankings

#1001

QS World University Rankings

Admissions

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Application Deadline

Acceptance rate

82%

Cost and Scholarships

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Funding Options

Scholarship

Athletic Scholarship

Merit Scholarship

Scholarships

Games Scholarships (GBP 1,000) - For undergraduate students joining Games courses (including BSc (Hons) Game Programming) starting in September 2026. Available for UK fee payers enrolling for the first time in the 2026/27 academic year. Eligibility is automatic upon enrolment.; Henderson Scholarship (GBP 10,000) - For students applying to selected full-time Computing, Engineering or Built Environment courses starting in September 2026. Awarded per year over three years.; Henderson Access Bursary (GBP 2,000) - One-off bursary for students applying to selected full-time Computing, Engineering or Built Environment courses starting in September 2026.; International Undergraduate Scholarship (GBP 5,000) - Guaranteed scholarship for full-time international fee-paying undergraduate students enrolling in January or September 2026. Applied as a tuition fee discount: Â£3,000 off in year one, and Â£2,000 off in year two.; Merit-based Scholarship (International) (GBP 2,000) - Up to Â£2,000 deducted from first-year tuition fees for international undergraduate entrants for September 2026, based on academic background.; High Achiever Scholarship (GBP 2,000) - For students applying by June 30, 2026, with 144+ UCAS points.; Accelerate Scholarship (GBP 2,000) - For students from lower economic backgrounds enrolling through Accelerate programs, paid in three installments.; Graduate Scholarship - Available for BCU alumni planning further study.; Sports Scholarship - For talented student athletes.