Primary Teacher Education with QTS (Campus-Based with Foundation)

You'll join a course whose graduates inspire thousands of children and teach in hundreds of schools across Oxfordshire and beyond. The BA (Hons) Primary Teacher Education with QTS (with Foundation Year) starts with a foundation year in education, teaching and learning, building confidence and essential academic skills before progressing to the degree. It is designed to provide you with secure subject and pedagogical knowledge that enables you to become an effective teacher.

School leaders know our graduates are well prepared to meet the high standards expected of them in our schools, with a broad range of on-campus and on-placement teaching and learning. This will prepare you to make a difference in the lives of every child you teach, every day.

Your University lecturers have held senior posts in schools and are subject specialists. While on placement, expert colleagues in our partnership schools will provide the mentoring to support your development of purposeful practice in schools.

Successful completion will enable you to be recommended for Qualified Teacher Status.

An award-winning university experience awaits in Oxford this September...

Oxford Brookes is a top 35 England university (Uni Compare, 2027) and globally ranked in 24 subject areas (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026).

There's a wide range of undergraduate courses to choose from, and each course offers unique opportunities for growth. Lawyers can practise their defence in mock trials. Accountants and Financiers can gain real-world experience with top employers like Deloitte, Metro Bank, Marriott Hotels, PWC, Chelsea FC, or Apple. Students in Artificial Intelligence courses can test their skills in Oxford Brookes' very-own custom designed building at the main Headington site. Facilities include digital, computing and robotics labs, and a VR cave.

You'll also be studying in the world's oldest student city! The ultimate blend of stunning architecture, river views and lively nightlife, Oxford is the perfect place to make lifelong memories.

So what are you waiting for? Apply now.