Primary Education Studies, BA Hons

    Primary Education Studies, BA Hons

    Duration3 year(s)
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026

    Primary Education Studies, BA Hons

    About

    Make a difference in a diverse, ever-changing world through the power of education.

    If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to inspire young minds, this is where your journey begins.

    Our Primary Education Studies degree explores how children learn, grow and make sense of the world - and how you can help shape that journey. This course gives you the knowledge, skills, and confidence to make your mark in the world of education.

    Dive into the big ideas behind how education shapes both lives and societies. From the history and philosophy of education to curriculum design, child psychology and global approaches to learning, you’ll build a deep understanding of what makes education meaningful.

    Learn how inclusion, diversity, and social justice play a vital role in today’s classrooms and communities particularly in vibrant, multicultural areas like London and Kent.

    Our teaching is hands-on and thought-provoking. You won’t just attend lectures you’ll take part in debates, creative projects, group discussions and real-world challenges where you’ll build critical thinking skills and learn to act with empathy.

    Over three years, you’ll cultivate a critical eye, an empathetic mindset, and a deep understanding of how education can transform lives. By graduation, you’ll be ready to step into your future - as a future teacher, a children’s advocate, or a changemaker in education.

    Disciplines

    Education

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Academic entry requirements

    Applicants who have completed the national schooling system typically require foundation, please refer to UGIC.

    For some courses, you will need to have studied relevant subjects at school/college to be eligible. Our admissions team will determine this once you apply.

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6

    English Program Requirements

    Language entry requirements

    For details on English language requirements, please see our English Language Requirement page.

    Pre-sessional English programmes are only available to students that have completed a UKVI IELTS. Please visit our Pre-sessional English course page for more information.

    Career

    Careers and placements

    Will I have a work placement?

    Placements are a core element of teacher training which enable our trainees to put theory into practice in a supportive environment. We are extremely lucky to work with a wide range of partners across London, Essex and Kent to support our trainees. We work closely with trainees when deciding on placements to ensure that trainees get the best training possible whilst on our programmes. Our strong partnerships ensure our trainees are well supported and have outstanding experiences whilst training with us.

    What sort of careers do graduates pursue?

    Opportunities are available in primary and early years teaching after completing a one-year PGCE or School Direct qualification. Other top up routes include social work, and child nursing. You will develop a range transferable professional and academic skills that are in demand in a range of other careers, and you may also consider employment as a higher-level teaching assistant, with the police, education, publishing, local government or journalism.

    Whether you move on to an Initial Teacher Education (ITE) to train as a teacher, or explore careers in speech and language support, early years, social care, charities, or museums, this degree gives you a strong foundation to make a positive impact.

    Do you provide employability services?

    The Employability & Careers Service (ECS) is committed to supporting our students and recent graduates in their transition towards a rewarding graduate destination. We strive to deliver a professional service with the aim of empowering our students to achieve their potential. We provide the following:

    - CV and cover letter checks
    - Application support
    - One-to-one careers advice
    - Interview tips and support
    - Careers fairs
    - Internships
    - Graduate jobs

    Fee Information

    Primary Education Studies, BA Hons

    University of Greenwich

    University of Greenwich

    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, London