BA (Hons) - Primary Education: Inclusion with SEND with QTS (5-11 Years)
Do you have a passion for enabling all children, whatever their background, to have full access to education? Motivated to help children overcome any barriers to learning that they may face? This unique and innovative course will equip you to become a confident and inspiring teacher with high expectations for all children. And, because the programme has QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) built-in, you can apply for a position as a teacher the minute you graduate.
The University of Warwick provides accreditation for the QTS element of this University of Cumbria programme.
Course Overview
Develop expertise in teaching children who face barriers to education with this unique specialism. One of the few QTS courses in the country to offer this area as a significant focus, the programme ensures that you develop the skills and knowledge to support the learning and development of all children, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. Put your passion for social justice into practice by uplifting the achievement and opportunity of traditionally disadvantaged children, training to become a life-changing SEND/Inclusion specialist teacher.
On this course you will...
- Spend at least 24 weeks in school placements, including specialist provision if you choose.
- Develop confidence and expertise based on a comprehensive understanding of the latest developments in inclusive education.
- Be supported by committed and friendly tutors.
- Benefit from small group sizes.
- Have the encouragement of a personal tutor, who will enable you to make the most of your time at university, and help you to overcome any challenges you may meet.
What our students say
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I have had an incredible experience overall. I would strongly recommend if you wanted to have a more personal relationship with lectures, smaller class groups and a place where the lectures care about you, I would recommend coming on the teaching course at Cumbria.
Becca Fry, Trainee Teacher
Becca was inspired to get into teaching by the amazing teachers she had when growing up. Becca is due to graduate in 2024.
Location
Lancaster Campus
Lancaster is the Red Rose heartland, a student haven full of history and culture. With iconic stone architecture, parkland, and a caring community, this is the place to get involved. The campus houses top-quality facilities tailored to the needs of life-savers, world changers, and future leaders.
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