Inspiring Future Teachers
The University of Cumbria Future Teachers Programme is a gateway to a rewarding career in teaching. Developed and delivered by our experienced academic and support staff from the Institute of Education, Arts and Society and the Outreach Team, this programme is designed to empower students with the essential knowledge, skills, and experiences needed to become successful future teachers.
Suitable for: Students in year 12/13 (or Level 3 Year1&2 or equivalent)
Any questions? Just give us a call on 01228 616333 or simply send us an email at outreach@cumbria.ac.uk
Click below to register interest for a group of students.
Programme Details
Part 1:
A member of our Outreach Team will deliver a ‘Get into Teaching’ session in your school/college.
Part 2:
Attend an On-campus Discovery Day
- Carlisle Fusehill Street Campus: Thursday 5th June 2025
- Lancaster Campus: Tuesday 17th June 2025
Part 3:
A member of our Outreach Team will deliver an ‘Interview Skills Workshop’ at your school/college.
5 reasons to join the Future Teacher Programme
- Gain knowledge about teaching strategies: Experience an on-campus introduction to teaching strategies via interactive sessions delivered by a university with over 100 years' experience of training the teaching workforce.
- Gain expert Insights: Meet our experienced teacher training academics and gain exclusive insights into the life of a trainee teacher at the University of Cumbria.
- Interview preparation: Develop interview skills through an Interview Skills Workshop guided by a member of our Outreach Team.
- Certification: Upon completion, receive a Future Teachers Programme Certificate.
- UCAS Advantage: Students who attend the On-Campus Discovery Day and then go on to apply for a teaching course at the University of Cumbria teacher will be eligible for a 16 UCAS Points reduction*.
Primary Education and Early Years (3-11) with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Primary Education: Inclusion with SEND (5-11 years) with QTS
*Terms and conditions apply
Future Teacher Teacher participants said their highlights were
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Everything! Thank you. Everything was amazing.
Future Teachers Participant 2024
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The classroom lessons as they gave insight into the degree.
Future Teachers Participant 2024
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Getting to have a taste of what it’s like to study education. Getting to work with others doing tasks set by teachers.
Future Teachers Participant 2024
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