Primary Education and Teaching Studies

Build the skills and knowledge you need to start your journey in an exciting and rewarding career, ensuring you’re equipped with everything you need to teach modern primary education.
• You’ll explore both theory and hands-on learning that links directly to how schools work today and how education is changing. You’ll cover subjects like music, art, geography and history while developing your confidence in the classroom.



• Whether you’ve been out of school for a while, or come from an international background, this course aims to prepare you fully to have the theoretical and practical skills you need to effectively teach at a primary school age.



• This course is designed to prepare you for the next step – gaining QTS – so you’re ready to become a fully qualified and confident primary school teacher.



Why you should study this course
• Designed to get you ready for the real-life demands of today’s primary classroom.



• Focuses on building subject knowledge through practical, hands-on learning.



• Uses the latest research and evidence to support your studies.



• Assesses your progress through tasks you’re likely to face in the workplace.



• Encourages regular reflection to support your personal, academic and professional growth.



This Higher National Diploma (HND) follows the curriculum for Years 1 and 2 of the Primary Education and Teaching Studies BA (Hons) degree course.

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Coventry University, part of Coventry University Group, is a modern, globally connected university with a mission to create better futures. Founded in 1843 through innovation and enterprise, they continue to work closely with industry to equip their graduates with the real-world skills and creative thinking they need to make a difference.

Coventry is also a Top 5 Student City in England (QS Best Student Cities Index 2026), and they guarantee accommodation if you apply through Clearing. With campuses across Coventry, London, Scarborough, Dagenham, and Greenwich, you can choose to study where it suits you best.

They're rated overall Gold in TEF 2023, recognising the quality of their teaching and student experience. From academic and wellbeing support to their Phoenix+ programme of employability activities and dedicated Success Coaches, they’re with you every step of the way.