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Primary Education Selection Criteria

Criteria for the Selection of Candidates for BA(Hons) Primary Education

Criterion Source of Evidence

Candidate is able to read effectively and to communicate confidently, fluently, clearly and accurately, using spoken Standard English.

Candidate's participation on group activity. 

Oral responses during interview. 

Responses during group activity.

Candidate is able to communicate clearly and accurately using written Standard English.

Personal statement on UCAS form.

Reference on UCAS form.

Response to written task.

Candidate can cope with the academic demands of the course.

Examination results achieved. 

Predicted (by referee) examination results. 

Oral responses during the interview and group activity.

Written task.

Maths test.

Candidate has considered and understands the demands of teaching in the age phase they have applied for and demonstrates a commitment to the course and to teaching as a profession.

Personal statement on UCAS form.

Reference on UCAS form.

Contribution and responses during group activity.

Oral responses during the individual interview.

Evidence of relevant work placement(s), including reports or references brought to interview.

Candidate can demonstrate an enthusiasm for teaching and learning, has a range of interests, an appropriate maturity and the potential to be a stimulating and creative ‘presence’ in a primary classroom.

Personal statement on UCAS form.

Reference on UCAS form.

Contribution and responses during group activity.

Oral responses during the interview.

Evidence from relevant work placement(s), including reports or references brought to interview.


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