About Primary Early Years Initial Teacher Education (3-7) in University of West of England
The University of the West of England is committed to training outstanding and transformational teachers for the future, able to provide first class educational experiences that make a significant difference to the life chances of all children - and to do so through partnership with early years settings and schools in the region.
Teaching is a challenging, exciting and very rewarding career with a high level of job satisfaction. It is a great privilege, as well as a great responsibility, to be one of the first teachers to influence a child.
In this one-year postgraduate course you study the Foundation Curriculum and the core National Curriculum at Key Stage 1 (English, mathematics and science), and are particularly equipped to teach the Foundation Curriculum to pre-school and reception children and Key Stage 1. You also study theory surrounding early childhood learning.
Early Years students have 'taster' courses in the foundation subjects.
This is a very popular course and competition for places is high, so an early application is essential (please note the UTT dates for applications). We regret that fierce competition for a limited number of places means that we have to disappoint many candidates. You should ensure that you meet the entry requirements and have sufficient observation experience in relevant settings.
Academic qualification equivalents
- a full degree in a majority English speaking country
- or a degree from the UK
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS :Overall score of 6.5 with 5.5 in each component
- TOEFL IBT: Overall score of 90 or above, including a minimum of 17 in Listening and Writing, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking.
- PTE: Overall score of 58 with at least 51 in each component
University of West of England Highlights
University Type |
Public |
Campus Setting |
Urban |
Establishment Year |
1992 |
Location |
Bristol, England |
Mode of Program |
Full-time/ part-time |
Application mode |
Online |
Number of Students |
29,000+ |
Number of teachers |
3,000+ |
Academic calendar |
Semester-based |
Finance type |
Non-profit |
Number of faculties |
5 |
Number of campuses |
4 |
Number of international students |
4,405 |
Financial Aid |
Scholarships |
University of the West of England Cost of Attendance
- The tuition fee for various programs offered at the University varies from program to program depending on the duration, mode and type of applicant.
- The cost of attendance comprising of the tuition fee for various programs and the cost of living has been given below:
Particulars |
Cost |
Undergraduate programs |
13,250 – 15,750 GBP |
MBA |
15,750 GBP |
Animation |
13,250 GBP |
Architecture |
13,500 GBP |
Engineering Management |
13,750 GBP |
Forensic Science |
14,500 GBP |
Cost of Living |
9,580 – 12,100 GBP |