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Undergraduate BEd (Hons)/MEd (Hons) Primary Education
Why study at Winchester?
There are many reasons to study at the University Our graduates have a strong track record of
of Winchester – but the one to consider most finding employment after leaving the University.
is that you will become part of a safe and There is a dedicated Careers Service to provide
supportive community. advice and help you research career pathways and
employers. They also organise recruitment fairs
The University is located within walking distance and workshops on how to write CVs and perform
of the city centre of Winchester, which is only one well at interview.
hour away from London by train. The campus is
located in a beautiful wooded setting overlooking
the South Downs.
We have excellent facilities for learning and
teaching that are continually being updated to
enhance the student experience. There is a vibrant
Student Union, excellent sports facilities, a
modern library and IT facilities across the campus.
At the University of Winchester we aim to provide
campus or University Managed Accommodation
to all first year full-time undergraduates who hold
Winchester as their firm choice. In addition, we
also endeavour to provide students from non-EU
countries and students with disabilities a room
on campus, not just for their first year, but for the
duration of their course.
The culture of the University is informal and the
emphasis is on you unlocking your potential,
developing a clear sense of direction and
becoming the best you can be in your chosen
career.
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FACT FILE
Degree Duration: 3 or 4 years full-time
UCAS Codes:
X120 3 years BEd (Hons)
Teacher education is an exciting and research and innovation in the field of X122 4 years BEd (Hons)
changing field of study, but the variety education. X121 4 years MEd (Hons)
of courses and routes which can
The 4 year MEd route allows students
now be taken to enter teaching can The fast pace of change in education at to further enhance and enrich their
be bewildering. This leaflet aims to both primary and higher education levels professional practice and to obtain
support the decision-making process has led our dynamic and forward-thinking Master’s credits
by outlining our unique and highly team to develop an innovative programme The university offers a three and four
rated undergraduate programme at the of undergraduate study. This programme, year route to QTS
University of Winchester. It provides whilst ensuring compliance with the Entry requirements and typical
signposts for gathering information latest requirements of the Department offer: 300-340 points*. GCSE grade
about other routes into teaching which for Education, aims to produce critically A*-C passes or equivalent in English,
mathematics and a science
may be more suitable. reflective practitioners able to understand
the complexities and tensions in providing Additional entry requirements:
Our BEd (Hons)/MEd (Hons) Primary education for the twenty-first century. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
clearance check (formerly known as
Education with recommendation of Thus the University-based programme CRB) required when you accept the offer
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) builds upon is designed both to support knowledge of a place on the course
our excellent practice and reputation and and practical competences and provide Medical ‘Fitness to Teach’, which is
maintains the high quality content which has challenges which develop values and assessed by an Occupational Health
been consistently recognised in our provision. understanding. We give prominence to a Advisor
scholarly approach and a spirit of enquiry Completion of pre-entry Professional
BEd/MEd Primary Education is an which will endure beyond graduation to Skills Tests as required by the
Department of Education
undergraduate programme leading to ensure lifelong learning and personal and
Selection process: Potentially suitable
Qualified Teacher Status and is located in professional growth. This is reflected and
applicants are required to attend an
the Faculty of Education, Health and Social realised in the diverse professional and individual interview, to make a brief
Care. The range of programmes within the research activities of the teaching staff presentation on an area of the National
Faculty includes both undergraduate and who contribute to the programme. Curriculum in a group situation, and to
complete a short written task.
postgraduate Initial Teacher Education
(ITE), Education Studies and courses at Through a range of stimulating and *Entry requirements correct at time of
Diploma and Master’s degree level in progressively challenging learning printing. For the most up-to-date entry
requirements please go to
continuing professional development experiences, the BEd (Hons) Primary
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and respectful learning experiences. As
such, the programme vision is to nurture
intending teachers with clear and informed
professional identities who are:
• Reflective practitioners who
acknowledge the complexity of their role
• Confident and creative thinkers who are
at the forefront of innovative practice
• Open-minded, curious and willing to
engage with different perspectives
• Motivated, enthusiastic and responsive
to the needs of children
• Knowledgeable professionals equipped
with skills to make informed decisions
with QTS programme at the University The programme supports the development • Lifelong learners who work flexibly
of Winchester educates and prepares of individual practitioners, within within professional communities
high quality primary school practitioners. a community of learning, who are
This preparation and education is a committed to the education of young We are committed to encouraging students
characteristic strength of undergraduate children. This commitment is evident on to the programme with a wide range of
teacher education at the University in students during the pre-programme previous experience, from school leavers
of Winchester, where students build application and interview process, and is to mature students with considerable
towards the professional expectations and reflected in the values which underpin our experience both within education and
requirements of classroom practice, whilst provision. The values support and promote other fields. We make the starting point for
engaged in the routines and practice of teaching practices which encourage the programme the individual student as
academic study. personalised learning and embrace rightful learner and future teacher.
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Our success is dependent on strong Our programme is unique in offering
and effective relationships with our a common Year 1 and Year 2 of study,
Partnership schools. Headteachers with students then selecting to move
and teachers are involved in planning, on to either the three or four year route.
teaching and evaluating the programme, Students select a specialism to follow from
as well as interviewing applicants. Year 2. This allows us to cater for the range
This collaboration with education of previous experience and achievements
professionals guarantees the quality of students entering and progressing
of provision and ensures we interpret through the programme. The programme
Department for Education requirements covers Professional Theory, Practice
consistently whilst meeting the needs of and Research, Curriculum Studies and
schools. Specialisms; this breadth ensures the
programme is demanding, thorough and
Teacher education has been at the always up-to-date.
forefront of our learning provision at the
University of Winchester for many years. What qualifications do I need? • A/AS/VCE level
The institution began training teachers We welcome students with a range of • International Baccalaureate
in 1840 and we have an excellent qualifications and previous experience • BTEC
reputation for nurturing competent onto the programme. To enter any teacher • CACHE diploma
professionals. We are a provider of training programme, applicants need • Access course
one of the largest programmes for GCSE grade A*-C passes or equivalent
primary teacher training in the country in English, Mathematics and a Science Applicants are advised of the need to
and in recent years a high proportion subject. Candidates will need to complete demonstrate previous relevant work
of the newly-qualified teachers in the Department for Education Professional experience in a primary or nursery school
Hampshire and the local region are Skills Tests in Literacy and Numeracy amounting to a minimum of two weeks
from this University. A significant prior to entry. In addition, applicants are within the last two years to ensure a
strength is the continuing development required to complete successfully one of realistic understanding of the role of the
of the programmes we offer to ensure the following pathways (or recognised primary teacher today. Applicants who
our graduates are at the forefront of equivalent) to levels specified on our would otherwise rely on memories of their
developments in education as they move website: own primary education, or of experience
into their first teaching posts. in school some time ago, will find the
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realities of the contemporary primary Length of programme courses in all subjects. This programme
school surprising and should be prepared Students can elect to complete the offers a wide choice of specialisms,
for interview. For those offered a place on programme in three years or four years, currently the subjects available are:
this programme there is the expectation achieving recommendation for QTS at the Art, Drama, Early Years, English, French,
that a further self-directed two week end their programme. Year 1 and Year 2 of Geography, History, ICT, Mathematics,
placement will be undertaken in a school the BEd and MEd routes are the same, and Music, Physical Education, Religious
prior to commencing this programme in therefore students can change between the Education, Science and Special Educational
mid-September. three/four year route, and the MEd route, Needs.
up until the end of Year 2.
Programme content Teaching and learning
The programme aims are addressed Four year MEd students have additional
through three key interdisciplinary themes, opportunities to enhance and enrich their The range of strategies for teaching and
chosen for their relevance to the graduate academic and professional practice to tailor learning includes:
primary teacher: their expertise and obtain Master’s credits
(up to 120 credits). In an increasingly • Lectures
• Identity Master’s led profession this is an • Seminars, both tutor and student-led
• Perspectives exciting opportunity to undertake higher • Workshops
• Relationships level study, research and professional • School and University-based directed
development before the Newly Qualified tasks
The three inter-related themes provide Teacher (NQT) year. • Computer assisted learning, including a
a unifying structure which links the Learning Network
various University-based strands with Choice of specialist subject • Student self-study
each other and with school-based work. Subject specialisms allow study of a
Together they offer a professional and subject in greater depth at an appropriate
academic programme which combines academic level and enable future
the development of effective and skilled contributions to the development of the
practice with the analytical awareness subject either as a member of teaching
of self and culture which is central staff or as a subject leader within an early
to the development of the graduate years setting or primary school. Students
practitioner. confirm their choice of specialism at the
end of Year 1 after experiencing taster
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Assessment
Assessment is mainly through assignments
completed during modules including
written assignments, seminars,
presentations, displays, resource design
and review, portfolios, web-based
materials and school placements.
Programme overview
The programme provides rich
and varied learning experiences
which equip students with knowledge and
skills to respond to the needs of children
in educational settings. Students become
confident practitioners with a secure
understanding of factors affecting learning
and teaching.
Students are prepared to teach primary
school children (5-11 years). Early Years
Special Subject students are further
prepared for the 3-5 years age range.
They follow a common programme which
includes both theoretical and practical
issues relating to teaching in primary Professional Theory, Practice and Curriculum Studies
schools. The aims of the programme are Research Students explore the range of subjects
achieved through four organisational This aspect of the programme encourages taught in primary schools and the discrete
strands: Professional Theory, Practice and students to consider theoretical and inter-related aspects of a broad and
Research; Curriculum Studies; Specialist underpinnings of education and how they balanced curriculum. Students select
Subject and Work Placement and School impact on children’s learning and teachers’ options to enhance their knowledge
Experience. practice. and understanding of areas of learning.
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Options include National Curriculum Work Placement and School The final school experience involves
subjects and, more broadly, areas such as Experience taking full responsibility for an extended
Learning Outside the Classroom, Additional Students are encouraged to work in a placement (10 weeks approximately),
Educational Needs, Early Years, Creativity range of schools and educational settings. liaising with and reporting to parents and
and Professional Partnerships. This ability University-based activities are linked to other agencies involved in the school.
to personalise a professional portfolio in school based activity and students visit On this practice students demonstrate
both breadth and depth enables students schools for a range of activities. Each year they can meet all the Qualified Teacher
to meet their own needs and follow areas they are allocated a School Experience Status standards by assessing, planning
of particular interest. placement, and at each stage students can and teaching the whole class for a good
express preferences regarding geographical proportion of the time from early in
Specialist Subject area, age range and particular interests the practice. Students are expected to
The programme enables all students to such as gaining experience in a school contribute to any additional expenses
explore one subject in more depth, from which caters for children with Special incurred when working in schools.
Year 2, with an aspiration to promote Educational Needs. We have strong
this subject as future curriculum leaders. partnership links with over 700 schools Teaching team
Specialisms reflect the range of subjects across the southern region. We currently The teaching team has a wide range
within the primary curriculum and specific also offer opportunities to work in London, of experience in the field of education
areas such as Early Years and Special the Isle of Wight and the Channel Islands including teaching in schools and inspection
Educational Needs. through links with local authorities. and advisory work. Tutors contribute to
School-based placements, organised by the the development of policy and practice
The programme’s approach is underpinned University, are supported by University and in education through consultancy and
by consideration of the United Nations school-based staff to ensure the growth work with, for example, the Qualification
Convention on the Rights of the Child. and development of skilled practitioners. and Curriculum Authority, the Training
Students are nurtured to reflect on their Placements are developmental and Agency and the University Council for the
educational values as they develop into progressive ranging from short visits to Education of Teachers, as well as a range of
enthusiastic, creative and respectful sustained placements. Students are also subject professional associations, such as
educators, equipped to engage with wider encouraged to arrange additional self- the Association for Science Education and
aspects of schooling such as social and directed placements in settings such as the United Kingdom Literacy Association.
emotional development, citizenship and museums, galleries and residential centres All members of the team are actively
sustainability. to augment their range of experience, and involved in research and professional
overseas placements are possible. development activities including funded
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research and innovation projects. The team • the opportunities that specialist Newly Qualified Teacher year to ensure
is complemented by a number of highly placements and self-directed days the University appropriately supports
experienced practitioners who contribute to provide for trainees to pursue their own ongoing teacher development. Many local
taught sessions in the University and offer specialist professional interests Headteachers and Deputy Headteachers
support to students on school experience as • the content and structure of the are Winchester graduates.
Link Tutors. professional studies modules, which
ensures that trainees have a clear A programme of preparation for applying
Assessing the University of understanding of professional issues for teaching posts is held annually for final
Winchester • the flexibility of the training programme, year students. If, in rare instances, students
The provision of primary teacher education which encourages suitable applicants realise that teaching is not their long-term
was last assessed by Ofsted in November from a wide range of circumstances to vocation, they can complete a degree
2010. The inspection confirmed the apply. without QTS and advice and support is
provision as outstanding. The report available to find an allied or alternative
highlights: Career opportunities career. Indeed the BEd/MEd (Hons) Primary
Winchester Initial Teacher Education Education prepares students with many
• the high quality of training, which graduates have a high employment rate; it widely transferable skills.
leads to the outstanding progress and is consistently well over 90 per cent.
achievement of trainees Contact us:
• the coherence of central and school Most students pursue their career in Course Enquiries and Applications
based training teaching, although the programme Telephone: +44 (0)1962 827234
• the highly effective and individualised provides a range of transferable skills. Email: course.enquiries@winchester.ac.uk
support for trainees Ofsted consider “the overall effectiveness
• training in equalities and diversity, which of the provider is outstanding because
results in trainees’ impressive levels of the training, assessment and quality of
confidence and understanding about the provision across the partnership are
how to be effective teachers in a diverse of the highest quality, enabling trainees
society; on all programmes to make excellent
• the tutorial system, which provides progress and to achieve consistently
exemplary support for individual trainees good or outstanding results.” Partnership
and highly effective monitoring of the teachers contribute to the programme
training and provision from recruitment to preparation for the
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