We'll help you develop core academic skills such as using electronic resources, planning and note-taking, communication skills related to essay and report writing and delivering presentations.

You'll learn to manage your time, prioritise tasks and manage stress, and become more confident in engaging with collaborative learning, debates, discussions and critical reflection.

You’ll study topics that will allow you to expand your view of society and enhance your life skills.

Towards the end of the module, you’ll study an area of interest related to your chosen degree.

You’ll work individually on your project, whether that's a written report, a presentation and oral examination, a film or a series of blog posts.

You’ll undertake problem-solving learning, and formative feedback and support will be provided throughout, helping develop your self-confidence.

Develop your understanding of the disciplines, issues and academic theories of working with children, young people and families.

You'll explore areas such as childhood development, socialisation, family diversity and the influence of poverty, and the support available in social and educational contexts.

We focus on collaborative learning, so you will be encouraged to share your thoughts and opinions in debates and work with your fellow students.

You'll focus on how education is provided in the UK.

Explore the early year and primary education phases, studying concepts such as learning, pedagogy, and assessment.

You'll look at ways effective learning can be promoted in the context of equality and inclusion, covering creativity, play, problem-solving and the use of technology.

We'll also explore educational policies and frameworks such as teachers' standards in the UK.

Get familiar with the prime and core areas of Communication and Language, Literacy, and Mathematics in the EYFS Framework (2012) and National Curriculum (2014).

You'll get an introduction to science, computing and physical education curriculum areas.

You'll learn about the professional documentation associated with teaching these subject areas in EYFS and KS1.

You'll examine key outcomes for pupils in each subject area and evaluate pedagogical approaches and common teaching resources.

We'll demonstrate models of planning, assessment and organisation of learning in a Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1 setting so you can begin to make links between theory and practice.

Reflect on the professional attributes of a teacher and your own academic and assessment expectations, making links between theory and practice. 

You'll get help to manage your time effectively using guided independent study time and to take responsibility for your professional and academic progress.

You'll have taught sessions exploring and evaluating professional practice issues.

These will include;

• principles of teaching: planning, learning and assessment
• child development
• teachers’ professional attributes and conduct

You'll be expected to reflect on the content of these sessions in terms of how they relate to your understanding and performance in other modules on the programme and to your experiences in school, including school-based training.

You'll explore the Foundation Subjects to develop the pedagogical skills and curriculum knowledge you need to teach across the Key Stage 1 and 2 curriculum subjects.

You'll get an introduction to curriculum knowledge and basic pedagogical approaches related to all subject areas.

You'll look at the way relationships between all curriculum subjects provide quality educational experiences in primary settings.

Learn about the prime and core areas of Communication and Language, Literacy, and Mathematics in the EYFS Framework (2012) and National Curriculum (2014).

You'll develop your knowledge of science, computing and physical education curriculum areas, as well as the professional documentation associated with teaching these subject areas in EYFS and KS1.

You'll examine key outcomes for pupils in each subject area and evaluate pedagogical approaches and common teaching resources.

We'll demonstrate models of planning, assessment and organisation of learning in a Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1 setting so you can make links between theory and practice.

Get an understanding of childhood, early socialisation and individual learning needs.

You'll examine the role of the teacher in creating and managing an effective learning environment.

Explore behaviours for learning and the implications for quality teaching and learning.

You'll consider how teachers can promote partnerships with colleagues, parents and other agencies.

You'll learn about the legal framework primary schools carry out their wider pastoral responsibilities in.

You'll also do professional learning visits to observe and evaluate practice in different learning environments.

We'll encourage you to reflect on and evaluate the impact of your learning on your professional practice.

Learn how experiential learning theories can impact children’s conceptual understanding.

You'll analyse the importance of real and relevant contexts for learning.

In mathematics, you'll focus on the EYFS curriculum and National Curriculum with an emphasis on the concepts of shape, space and measure.

You'll evaluate children's enquiry-based learning within the curriculum, both indoor and outdoor.

We'll also explore the role of the adult in promoting effective interactions and empowering children as learners.

In English, you'll build on your knowledge and understanding of developing children’s reading and writing skills.

You'll consider the stages involved in teaching writing, plan for a unit of work and consider how to create rich and varied stimuli for writing opportunities.

In science, you'll develop knowledge and understanding of the principles of effective science pedagogy in the 3-7 age phase.

You'll recognise and develop the need for creating a STEM-literate society by engaging with STEM in school.

In computing, you'll learn about effective pedagogies and resources that support the development of the concepts and approaches behind computational thinking and computer science.

You'll explore practical activities supporting the computing curriculum.

In PE, you'll deepen your understanding of the development of fine and gross motor skills in children.

You'll explore practical activities related to different strands of the PE curriculum.

Develop your own professional practice and build on your reflective practice.

You'll reflect on key theories about the teaching and learning of children, including current national priority areas.

You'll make links to teachers’ professional standards in learning behaviours, metacognition, differentiation, and assessment processes.

You'll also complete a placement in a setting outside mainstream classrooms.

You'll develop knowledge and understanding within a particular area of interest such as special school provision, museum education, outdoor learning, international learning and spiritual and cultural retreats.

Develop your knowledge and understanding of pedagogical approaches and methods to teach the broader curriculum in EYFS and KS1.

You'll review current issues and explore a range of sources about teaching and learning approaches.

Evaluate the skills and knowledge necessary to deliver high-quality teaching of EYFS and KS1.

You'll explore assessment methods identifying suitable modes for different age phases.

Get an awareness of the barriers to learning experienced by children with identified specific additional needs.

These may be physical, medical, social/emotional/behavioural and linguistic, or specific learning needs such as Dyslexia, ADHD, Asperger’s Syndrome, gifted and talented.

Learn how these may manifest themselves in the classroom.

You'll find out how to identify needs and evaluate approaches or interventions to support specific needs.

These include the role and responsibilities of the SENCo, the use of the Code of Practice for SEND, IEPs/IBPs, the role of the teacher and other adults, and specialists.

Carry out a small-scale enquiry and reflect on how this can influence your learning and development.

Get an introduction to the principles of evidence-based practice and the impact it can have on professional development for teachers and improved outcomes for children.

You'll link these principles to the role of practitioners as enquirers and the process of practitioner enquiry.

You'll get clear guidance on ethical requirements and expectations relating to Practitioner Enquiry.

You'll have to demonstrate how you'll meet these in your enquiry.

Get an understanding of different Curricular Models and designs in both EYFS and Key Stage 1.

You'll consider the effectiveness of a rich, broad and balanced curriculum across both stages.

You'll explore creative approaches to curriculum design, consider cross-curricular learning and look at the impact this has on pupil progress and in supporting a seamless transition from the EYFS into Key Stage 1.

You'll independently carry out a small-scale research project and record your findings appropriately.

Develop your knowledge and understanding of ethical issues, carry out literature reviews, plan and conduct research, analyse evidence and draw conclusions.

You'll also critically evaluate the role of research in developing personal and professional practice.

Explore current and key issues affecting primary education.

Indicative content includes the changing nature of schools and the different types of schools in the UK system.

You'll synthesise international evidence on successful school systems and school reform.

You'll critically appraise different pedagogical models and interrogate the evidence of ‘high-quality teaching’ and the science of learning.

Get an understanding of what determines evidence-based teaching and how to embed research into your pedagogical toolkit.

We'll examine the role of teachers in the 21st century, enabling your development in critical reflection, professional learning and teacher leadership.