Course Modules

This module examines the research and other evidence that has influenced the curriculum guidance for the foundation stage (CGFS), national curriculum (NC) and the national literacy strategy (NLS). This may include, for example, the work of Usha Goswami on phonological […]

This module explores the underlying concepts and principles of the mathematics curriculum for numeracy. You will examine a wide range of topics, including the approaches to mental and written calculations, the appropriate use of calculators and understanding and managing pupil

This module continues and expands your knowledge and understanding of how to teach mathematics successfully. You will understand how to teach mathematical reasoning, geometry, shape and space, data and probability, amongst others.

In this module, you will learn the key aspects to teaching science as part of the core curriculum. You will keep a science portfolio for recording progress in their science knowledge, understanding, skills and attributes (KUSA); for showing understanding of

This modules sees you undertake short courses in Games, Gymnastics, Dance, Athletic Activities, Swimming and Outdoor Adventurous Activities to increase knowledge and understanding of Skills required to be taught to the age group. You will also develop confidence in the

This module develops your critical and rigorous understanding of the principles that underpin primary education. You will expand your knowledge and understanding of the nature of the primary curriculum and children’s developmental needs. It will introduce and critique educational research

This module provides you with the knowledge understanding and skills to use ICT effectively within your teaching. You will learn and understand the specific contribution that ICT can make to pupils learning, when it is beneficial to achieve teaching objectives

This module introduces the relevant curriculum documentation and its interdependence, with a study of the development of children as speakers, listeners, readers and writers across the foundation and primary age range. It will familiarise you with using the documents to

In this module, you will learn the key aspects to teaching science as part of the core curriculum. You will keep a science portfolio for recording progress in their science knowledge, understanding, skills and attributes (KUSA); for showing understanding of

This modules sees you undertake short courses in Games, Gymnastics, Dance, Athletic Activities, Swimming and Outdoor Adventurous Activities to increase knowledge and understanding of Skills required to be taught to the age group. You will also develop confidence in the