Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Primary Education Studies Anglia Ruskin University - Peterborough Campus, UK

Why study Primary Education Studies at ARU?

• Study at a university ranked 13th in the UK for Education in the Guardian University Guide 2025, and in the top 10% in the country for graduate employment (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2024).
• Join the only new accredited university provider of teacher training in the UK, with over 20 years’ experience of training education professionals.
• Develop your understanding of primary education and gain the knowledge and skills to work collaboratively in a range of educational settings, the wider education sector, cultural institutions and NGOs, or related fields such as health and social work.
• Gain a thorough understanding of classroom management, lesson planning, National Curriculum subjects, and the three Key Stages in primary education, as well as an insight into special educational needs provision.
• Become familiar with teaching approaches and how to make adjustments to suit learners of all abilities.
• Take part in live briefs to gain work experience and extend your professional network.
• Tailor your course to your circumstances by taking it as an accelerated degree over two years (on-campus or blended learning), or a four-year degree with foundation year.

If you’re looking for a career working with children aged 3-12 and their families, or you already work in education but want to learn more and progress your career, our BA (Hons) Primary Education Studies will give you a thorough understanding of classroom management, lesson planning, National Curriculum subjects, and the three Key Stages in primary education, as well as an insight into special educational needs provision.

You needn’t be limited to primary school teaching, though. You might have your sights set on a career in the wider education sector, cultural institutions and NGOs, or related fields such as health and social work. On this degree course you’ll gain the knowledge and skills you need to work collaboratively in a range of settings.