Program Overview

BA (Hons) Primary Education: Inclusion with SEND with QTS (5-11 Years)

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.

Key Details

• Recruiting to: UK / RoI / Settled in UK, EU / EEA / International
• Course Location: Carlisle - Fusehill Street, Lancaster
• Institute: Institute of Education, Arts and Society
• UCAS Code: X126
• Delivery Style: In-person
• Course Duration: Full-time: 3 Years
• Course Start Point: September
• Award: BA (Hons)
• More information: Programme Specification, Prospectus

Minimum entry requirements

• 112-128 UCAS Tariff points
• GCSE English Language or Literature, mathematics and science at grade C/4 or above
• You must have a total of 5 national curriculum GCSEs demonstrating a broad spread of knowledge.

Tuition fees

• £9,535 - UK (2025-2026)
• £14,900 - International (2025-2026)
• £9,250 - UK (2024-2025)
• £13,575 - International (2024-2025)

What our students say

• "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

Related Courses

• BA (Hons) - Primary and Early Years Education (3-11) with QTS

Course Structure

What you will learn

This course covers all aspects of inclusion and social justice, but the main focus is on teaching those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). It will prepare you to be a reflective, effective teacher, able to meet the learning needs of pupils in the Primary age range, including those who experience barriers.

Modules

This course is structured to equip you to become an inspiring and dynamic teacher, delivering modules that lead you through curriculum teaching, key theoretical work and placement work.

Over the three years you will undertake a range of module, including:

• Inclusive Teaching and Learning modules
• Teaching and Learning in English modules
• Teaching and Learning in Maths modules
• Teaching and Learning in Phonics and early reading modules
• Teaching and Learning in Foundation Subjects
• Teaching and Leaning in SEND and Inclusion

Teaching & Assessment

How you will learn

Yes, you'll learn the theory, but placements in schools sit at the heart of our course. Placements enable you to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to achieve Qualified Teacher Status and prepare you for a fulfilling and successful career in teaching.

How you will be assessed

Assessments take a number of forms, from written assignments and portfolios to placement reflections and class participation. Students complete short formative pieces of work, which prepares them for their summative pieces of work.

Placement

You will have school-based placement experiences in each year of the four-year course. During the course there will be opportunities for both Key Stage One and Key Stage Two teaching experience leading to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – Primary (5-11 years); these placements are sourced by the University.

Overview

112-128 UCAS Tariff Points, You can find out more about the tariff and qualification options from the UCAS tariff table. Offers are tailored to the individual applicant and their circumstances and can be across the tariff range. Applicants who meet our contextual information criteria will be offered at the bottom of the range.

Selection Criteria

As part of the application and selection process, we are looking for your commitment to teaching. In your personal statement, you should demonstrate your motivation for choosing this programme, and reflect upon any practical experience you have gained.

Fees & Funding

Tuition Fees

• £9,535 - UK (2025-2026)
• £14,900 - International (2025-2026)
• £9,250 - UK (2024-2025)
• £13,575 - International (2024-2025)

Funding

We have a wide range of scholarships, bursaries, grants and funds available to support you throughout your studies with us. This includes the Cumbria Bursary - a non-repayable bursary designed to support first year students with a household income of less than £25,000.

Additional Costs

There will be some additional costs. For example all students will need to purchase stationery and may wish to purchase some text books. Extra costs may also be applicable to cover field trips, membership fees etc. although such features are usually options within the course.

Location

• Carlisle - Fusehill Street Campus
• Lancaster Campus

What we're looking for

We want someone who:

• Individuals who are passionate about inclusion and access to education for all children.
• Skilled communicators, with strong interpersonal skills.
• Aspiring teachers looking for a unique specialism.
• Caring and compassionate educators to-be.
• Enthusiastic and positive problem solvers, who look to overcome barriers and think outside of the box.