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Primary teaching

In Scotland, the age range of children in Primary education is 3 - 12 years.

Primary teachers teach a range of curricular areas including; literacy, numeracy, religious and moral education.

To gain registration as a primary teacher you will need to study for one of the following qualifications:

1. A four year undergraduate programme such as the Bachelor of Education or combined degrees
2. A one-year Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) which is completed after your initial degree
3. A part-time course, usually done in partnership with certain local authorities

In Scotland initial teacher education programmes for primary education comprise of:

• Professional studies
• Subject/curriculum studies relating to teaching all primary subject areas across all stages of the primary age range (3 to 12 years)
• Teaching practice during which all primary subject areas are taught. Important: this practice is spread across all stages of the primary age range.

Further information on the courses available and the entry requirements are available from the university websites or by visiting Scottish universities.