Key information
- Duration:
- 3 years full time
- Typical A-level offer:
- ABB-BBB
- Contextual A-level offer:
- BBB-BBC
- UCAS code:
- X120
- Start date:
- September 2020
Planning to become a primary or early years teacher? This course offers a direct route to Qualified Teacher Status.
You’ll learn from experts and get personalised support from established classroom practitioners across a range of professional practice placements.
Sussex puts children at the centre of the curriculum. I’ve been encouraged to experience the environment as a child, and to make my teaching as exciting and engaging as possible.Amy Knight
Primary and Early Years Education (with Qualified Teacher Status) BA
Choosing Sussex – Jessica Douglas, Primary and Early Years Education (with QTS) BA
Entry requirements
A-level
| Typical offer | ABB-BBB |
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| Contextual offer | BBB-BBC Not everyone has the same support to get to higher education – we help you reach your potential. When we receive applications through UCAS, we consider all factors and will sometimes make contextual offers as part of our Access and Participation Plan |
| GCSEs | You must also have GCSE (or equivalent) in English, Mathematics and Science with at least grade 4 in each (or grade C). |
| Extended Project Qualification | We take the EPQ into account when considering your application and it can be useful in the summer when your results are released if you have narrowly missed the conditions of your offer. We do not routinely include the EPQ in the conditions of your offer but we sometimes offer alternative conditions that include the EPQ. If you wish to discuss this further please contact us |
Other UK qualifications
Access to HE Diploma
| Typical offer | Pass Diploma with at least 39 level 3 credits at Merit or above including 21-24 credits at Distinction |
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| Subjects | The Access course should be in the humanities, education or social sciences. |
| GCSEs | You must also have GCSE (or equivalent) in English, Mathematics and Science with at least grade 4 in each (or grade C). |
Cambridge Pre-U Principle Subjects (including A-level mixes)
| Typical offer | D3 M2 M2 f you have one A-level and two Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subjects we would expect you to have grade B at A-level and, D3 and M2 in two Pre-Us. If you have two A-levels and a Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subject we would normally expect you to have grades AB at A-level and M2 in Pre-U. |
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| GCSEs | You must also have GCSE (or equivalent) in English, Mathematics and Science with at least grade 4 in each (or grade C). |
International Baccalaureate
| Typical offer | 30-32 points overall from the full IB Diploma. |
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| Additional requirements | You must also have GCSE (or equivalent) in English, Mathematics and Science with at least grade 4 in each (or grade C).
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NCFE CACHE Level 3 Technical Diploma in Childcare and Education ( Early Years Educator)
| Typical offer | Grade A |
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| GCSEs | You must also have GCSE (or equivalent) in English, Mathematics and Science with at least grade 4 in each (or grade C). |
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma and one A-level
| Typical offer | Grade B in A-level and DM in Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma |
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| GCSEs | You must also have GCSE (or equivalent) in English, Mathematics and Science with at least grade 4 in each (or grade C). |
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate and two A-levels
| Typical offer | Grades BB in A-levels and Distinction in BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate. |
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| GCSEs | You must also have GCSE (or equivalent) in English, Mathematics and Science with at least grade 4 in each (or grade C). |
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma)
| Typical offer | DDM |
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| GCSEs | You must also have GCSE (or equivalent) in English, Mathematics and Science with at least grade 4 in each (or grade C). |
Scottish Highers
| Typical offer | AABBB-ABBBB |
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| GCSEs | You will need Scottish National 5 in English, Mathematics and Science at grade C. |
Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced
| Typical offer | Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate and two A-level grades ABB-BBB |
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| GCSEs | You must also have GCSE (or equivalent) in English, Mathematics and Science with at least grade C in each (or grade 4 in the new grading scale). |
International Baccalaureate
| Typical offer | 30-32 points overall from the full IB Diploma. |
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| Additional requirements | You must also have GCSE (or equivalent) in English, Mathematics and Science with at least grade 4 in each (or grade C).
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European Baccalaureate
| Typical offer | Overall result of at least 75% to 77%. |
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| Additional requirements | You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. |
Other international qualifications
Australia
| Typical offer | Relevant state (Year 12) High School Certificate, and between 88% to 85% in the ATAR or UAI/TER/ENTER, or a Queensland OP of 4 to 5 or better. |
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| Additional requirements | You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Austria
| Typical offer | Reifeprüfung or Matura with an overall result of beween 2.0- 2.2 or better for first-year entry. |
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| Additional requirements | You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Belgium
| Typical offer | Certificat d'Enseignement Secondaire Supérieur (CESS) or Diploma van Hoger Secundair Onderwijs with a good overall average. |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Bulgaria
| Typical offer | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie with excellent final-year scores (normally 5.5 overall with 6 in key subjects). |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Canada
| Typical offer | Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) 70%-75% from 6 grade 12 U, U/C or M courses. British Columbia Certificate of Graduation AABBB to BBBBB from 5 grade 12 courses. We also recognise the High School Diploma from other provinces -including Alberta, Manitoba, New Brunswick- where we look for strong performance in grade 12 subjects, and the Diplome d'Etudes Collegiales (DEC) from Quebec. |
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| Additional requirements | You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
China
| Typical offer | We usually do not accept Senior High School Graduation for direct entry to our undergraduate courses. However, we may consider you if you have studied one year or more of Higher Education in China at a recognised degree awarding institution, or if you are following a recognised International Foundation Year. If you have the Senior High School Graduation, you may be eligible to apply for our International Foundation Year. If you successfully complete an International Foundation Year, you can progress on to a relevant undergraduate course at Sussex. Check which qualifications the International Study Centre accepts for the International Foundation Year. |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Croatia
| Typical offer | Maturatna Svjedodžba with an overall score of between 4.2 and 4. |
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| Additional requirements | You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Cyprus
| Typical offer | Apolytirion of Lykeion with an overall average of between 18.5 /20 and 18 /20. |
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| Additional requirements | You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Czech Republic
| Typical offer | Maturita with a good overall average. |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Denmark
| Typical offer | Højere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) or studentereksamen with an overall average of at least 7 on the new grading scale. |
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| Additional requirements | You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.
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Finland
| Typical offer | Pass Ylioppilastutkinto with overall final result of at least EEEM |
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| Additional requirements | You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
France
| Typical offer | French Baccalauréat with an overall final result of at least 13/20. |
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| Additional requirements |
You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Germany
| Typical offer | German Abitur with an overall result of between 2.0 - 2.2 or better. |
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| Additional requirements |
You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Greece
| Typical offer | Apolytirion with an overall average of at least 18.5 will be considered for first-year entry. |
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| Additional requirements | You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Hong Kong
| Typical offer | Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) with grades of 5,4,4 from three subjects including two electives. |
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| Additional requirements |
You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Hungary
| Typical offer | Erettsegi/Matura with a good averageof at least 55544. |
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| Additional requirements |
You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
India
| Typical offer | Standard XII results 75% - 80% from ISC Indian School certificate of Education (CISCE) |
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| Additional requirements | You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Iran
| Typical offer | High School Diploma and Pre-University Certificate. |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Ireland
| Typical offer | Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher Level) at H1 H2 H2 H3 H3 to H2 H2 H2 H3 H3. |
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| Additional requirements |
You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Israel
| Typical offer | Bagrut, with at least 8/10 in at least six subjects, including one five-unit subject. |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Italy
| Typical offer | Italian Diploma di Maturità or Diploma Pass di Esame di Stato with a Final Diploma mark of at least 78/100 to 81/100. |
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| Additional requirements |
You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Japan
| Typical offer | Upper Secondary Leaving Certificate is suitable for entry to our Foundation Years. Find out more about Foundation Years. |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Latvia
| Typical offer | Atestats par Visparejo videjo Izglitibu with very good grades in state exams. |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Lithuania
| Typical offer | Brandos Atestatas including scores of 80-90% in at least three state examinations (other than English). |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Luxembourg
| Typical offer | Diplôme de Fin d'Etudes Secondaires. |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Malaysia
| Typical offer | Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) with grades of ABB-BBB, Matriculation with a least a grade of between 3 to 3.5 or UEC with an overall average grade B3 (75%). |
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| Additional requirements | You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Netherlands
| Typical offer | Voorereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO), normally with an average of at least 7. |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Nigeria
| Typical offer | You are expected to have one of the following:
You must also have a score of C6 or above in WAEC/SSC English. |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Norway
| Typical offer | Norwegian Vitnemal Fra Den Videregaende Opplaering - Pass with an overall average of 4. |
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| Additional requirements |
You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Pakistan
| Typical offer | You can apply for direct entry to Year 1 if you are completing at least two years of Bachelor degree studies. You'll normally need to complete a Foundation year after taking Intermediate Certificate or the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC). You might choose one of our International Foundation Years at the International Study Centre on campus.
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| Additional requirements | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Poland
| Typical offer | Pass Matura with least 3 Extended level subjects in the 75th percentile.
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| Additional requirements | You must also have GCSE (or equivalent) in English, Mathematics and Science with at least grade C in each (or grade 4 in the new grading scale). |
Portugal
| Typical offer | Diploma de Ensino Secundario normally with an overall mark of between 17/20 and 16/20. |
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| Additional requirements |
You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Romania
| Typical offer | Diploma de Bacalaureat with an overall average of 8.5. |
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| Additional requirements | You must also have GCSE (or equivalent) in English, Mathematics and Science with at least grade 4 in each (or grade C). Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Singapore
| Typical offer | A-levels, as well as certain certificates and diplomas. |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Slovakia
| Typical offer | Pass Vysvedčenie o maturitnej skúške (Maturita) with an average grade of 2.0 from 4 subjects Please note: Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Slovenia
| Typical offer | Secondary School Leaving Diploma or Matura with at least 23 points overall. |
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| Additional requirements |
You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
South Africa
| Typical offer | National Senior Certificate with very good grades. |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Spain
| Typical offer | Spanish Título de Bachillerato (LOGSE) with an overall average result of between 7.5 and 8. |
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| Additional requirements |
You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Sri Lanka
| Typical offer | Sri Lankan A-levels. |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Sweden
| Typical offer | Fullstandigt Slutbetyg/Högskoleförberedande Examen with a total of 2,500 credits to include B grades in the majority of subjects. |
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| Additional requirements | You must also have GCSE (or equivalent) in English, Mathematics and Science with at least grade C in each (or grade 4 in the new grading scale). Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Switzerland
| Typical offer | Federal Maturity Certificate. |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Turkey
| Typical offer | We'll consider students who have taken the Lise Diplomasi or Lise Bitirme, with a score of at least 4/5 or 80/100 in their final year, on a case by case basis for direct entry to year 1. Where direct entry is unsuitable, we'll automatically consider you for one of our Foundation Years. Or you might want to apply to one of our International Foundation Years at the international Study Centre on Campus. Visit isc.sussex.ac.uk/our-courses/international-foundation-year or www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/courses/foundation-years |
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USA
| Typical offer | We look at your full profile taking into account everything you are studying, including the high school graduation diploma, Grade 12 GPA, SAT tests and subject tests and/or ACT grades We are particularly interested in AP tests and would ideally like to see 3 good AP scores. Advanced Placement Tests with scores of between 5,4,4 to 4,4,4 in 3 AP sujects If you have taken the SAT reasoning tests we'd normally expect a combined score of at least 1300 and will look for around 600 in relevant subject tests. If you've taken the ACT we'd expect to see a composite score of at least 26. |
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| Additional requirements |
You will need evidence of good ability in English, Mathematics and Science. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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If your qualifications aren’t listed or you have a question about entry requirements, contact us
English language requirements
IELTS (Academic)
7.0 overall, including at least 6.5 in each component
IELTS scores are valid for two years from the test date. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test.
If you are applying for degree-level study we can consider your IELTS test from any test centre, but if you require a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) for an English language or pre-sessional English course (not combined with a degree) the test must be taken at a UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI)-approved IELTS test centre.
Other English language requirements
Proficiency tests
Cambridge Advanced Certificate in English (CAE)
185 overall, including at least 176 in each skill
We would normally expect the CAE test to have been taken within two years before the start of your course.
You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Find out more about Cambridge English: Advanced.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE)
185 overall, including at least 176 in each skill
We would normally expect the CPE test to have been taken within two years before the start of your course.
You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Find out more about Cambridge English: Proficiency.
Pearson (PTE Academic)
67 overall, including at least 62 in all four skills.
PTE (Academic) scores are valid for two years from the test date. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Find out more about Pearson (PTE Academic).
TOEFL (iBT)
95 overall, including at least 22 in Listening, 23 in Reading, 23 in Speaking, 24 in Writing.
TOEFL (iBT) scores are valid for two years from the test date. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Find out more about TOEFL (iBT).
The TOEFL Institution Code for the University of Sussex is 9166.
English language qualifications
AS/A-level (GCE)
Grade C or above in English Language.
Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination (HKALE)/ AS or A Level: grade C or above in Use of English
GCE O-level
Grade C or above in English.
Brunei/Cambridge GCE O-level in English: grades 1-6.
Singapore/Cambridge GCE O-level in English: grades 1-6.
GCSE or IGCSE
Grade C or above in English as a First Language (grade 4 or above in GCSE from 2017).
Grade B or above in English as a Second Language
German Abitur
A score of 12 or above in English.
Ghana Senior Secondary School Certificate
If awarded before 1993: grades 1-6 in English language.
If awarded between 1993 and 2005: grades A-D in English language
Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE)
Level 5, including at least 4 in each component in English Language.
Indian School Certificate (Standard XII)
The Indian School Certificate is accepted at the grades below when awarded by the following examination boards:
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) – English Core only: 80%
Council for Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) - English: 80%
International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)
English A or English B at grade 5 or above.
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
Grades A – C in English
Malaysian Certificate of Education (SPM) 119/GCE O-level
If taken before the end of 2008: grades 1-5 in English Language.
If taken from 2009 onwards: grade C or above in English Language.
The qualification must be jointly awarded by the University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES).
West African Senior School Certificate
Grades 1-6 in English language when awarded by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) or the National Examinations Council (NECO).
Country exceptions
Select to see the list of exempt English-speaking countries
If you are a national of one of the countries below, or if you have recently completed a qualification equivalent to a UK Bachelors degree or higher in one of these countries, you will normally meet our English requirements. Note that qualifications obtained by distance learning or awarded by studying outside these countries cannot be accepted for English language purposes.
You will normally be expected to have completed the qualification within two years before starting your course at Sussex. If the qualification was obtained earlier than this we would expect you to be able to demonstrate that you have maintained a good level of English, for example by living in an English-speaking country or working in an occupation that required you to use English regularly and to a high level.
Please note that this list is determined by the UK’s Home Office, not by the University of Sussex.
List of exempt countries
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Australia
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Belize
- Canada**
- Dominica
- Grenada
- Guyana
- Ireland
- Jamaica
- New Zealand
- St Kitts and Nevis
- St Lucia
- St Vincent and the Grenadines
- Trinidad and Tobago
- United Kingdom
- USA
** Canada: you must be a national of Canada; other nationals not on this list who have a degree from a Canadian institution will not normally be exempt from needing to provide evidence of English.
Admissions information for applicants
| Disclosure and barring service check | Yes |
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| Health check required | Yes |
| Interview | Yes |
| Specific application procedures | Yes. Find out more about specific entry procedures for this course. |
| Transfers into Year 2 | Yes. Find out more about transferring into Year 2 of this course. We don’t accept transfers into the third or final year. |
If your qualifications aren’t listed or you have a question about entry requirements, contact us
Modules
Find out about our types of undergraduate degrees, their structure, modules and credits
These modules are running in the academic year 2020/21. However, there may be changes to these modules due to staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum. We’ll make sure to let our applicants know of changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.
Core modules
Autumn teaching
Autumn and spring teaching
Spring teaching
These modules are running in the academic year 2020/21. However, there may be changes to these modules due to staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum. We’ll make sure to let our applicants know of changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.
Core modules
Autumn teaching
- Developing Children's Mathematical Understanding
- Engaging in Professional Practice in Primary and Early Year Settings
- Engaging Young Learners - Growing, Playing, Talking and Learning
Spring teaching
Study abroad (optional)
Apply to study abroad – you’ll develop an international perspective and gain an edge when it comes to your career. Find out where your course could take you
Observational placements
This course includes 120 days of professional placements over three years to help you link theory and practice.
These placements guide you through observation, engagement in teaching and learning, and research.
You have the opportunity to focus your dissertation within a professional setting, and gain experience that will help you progress into primary teaching or early years education.
Teaching placements – Jessica Douglas, Primary and Early Years Education (with QTS) BA
Please note: If you’re receiving – or applying for – USA federal Direct Loan funds, you can’t transfer to the version of this program with an optional study abroad period in any country or optional placement in the USA. Find out more about American Student Loans and Federal Student Aid
These modules are running in the academic year 2020/21. However, there may be changes to these modules due to staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum. We’ll make sure to let our applicants know of changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.
Core modules
Autumn teaching
Autumn and spring teaching
- Embedding Professional Practice in Primary and Early Year Settings
- Researching Professional Practice in Primary and Early Years
Spring teaching
Our staff
Students become confident in supporting young children’s development, delivering high-quality education and truly making a difference to children’s lives.Dr Denise Kingston
Senior Lecturer in Education
Inspirational academics – Jessica Douglas, Primary and Early Years Education (with QTS) BA
Dr Christina Hancock
Lecturer in Primary Education
Research interests
Autism, Classroom Interventions, Inclusion, Play, Severe learning difficulties, Special Schools
Dr Denise Kingston
Senior Lecturer in Education
Research interests
Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Education and Care, High quality interactions, professional development, sustained shared thinking (SST), workforce development
Mr Matthew Westgarth
Teaching Fellow in Primary and Early Years Education
Fees
- UK/EU students:
- £9,250 per year
- Channel Islands and Isle of Man students:
- £9,250 per year
- International students:
- £18,500 per year
- Study abroad:
- Find out about grants and funding, tuition fees and insurance costs for studying abroad
- Placement:
- Find out about tuition fees for placements
Note that your fees may be subject to an increase on an annual basis as the Government reviews the fee levels.
Additional costs
Additional costs
Please note, all costs are best estimates based on current market values. We review estimates every year and they may vary with inflation. Find out tips for budgeting as a student here
DBS check and health check
Fees for mandatory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and Health Checks are charged at registration. If you get a bursary, you pay for your DBS and Health Checks. DBS and Health Checks are subsidised for students without access to bursaries.
Find out about typical living costs for studying at Sussex
Find out about our terms and conditions
Scholarships
Our goal is to ensure that every student who wants to study with us is able to regardless of financial barriers, so that we continue to attract talented and unique people.
Article 26 Scholarship
Full overseas tuition fee waiver plus £11,500 maintenance per year of study.
Dr John Birch Music Scholarship
The scholarship is worth £800, paid in two instalments of £400. In addition, scholars will receive access to the Media Film and Music (MFM) practice rooms. All applicants who reach the audition stage, regardless of the success of their application, will be offered the opportunity to be part of a list of performers who are willing to perform at events around campus or are interested in collaboration with other musicians.
Dr John Birch Music Scholarship (Organ)
The scholarship is worth £800, paid in two instalments of £400. In addition, scholars will receive access to the Media Film and Music (MFM) practice rooms. All applicants who reach the audition stage, regardless of the success of their application, will be offered the opportunity to be part of a list of performers who are willing to perform at events around campus or are interested in collaboration with other musicians.
EU Excellence Scholarship
You receive a £2,000 cash award, paid as two separate payments of £1,000.
Sussex Excellence Scholarship
You receive £2,000 cash maintenance during your first year of study.
You receive the scholarship during your first year, as two identical payments of £1,000.
Careers
Your future career
This course gives you Newly Qualified Teacher Status, as well as an internationally recognised academic qualification.
We have an excellent record in helping our qualified teachers secure their first job and offer specialist training on drafting applications.
The degree also equips you for careers working with children, young people, their families and their carers, in organisations such as:
- local government children’s services
- charitable organisations
- the Civil Service
- early years and primary education.
Graduate destinations
As a student on the Primary and Early Years Education (with Qualified Teacher Status) course, you can begin work as a qualified teacher on graduation.
Working while you study
Our Careers and Employability Centre can help you find part-time work while you study. Find out more about career development and part-time work
Career ambitions – Ethan Richold, Primary and Early Years Education (with QTS) BA
All candidates offered a place on the course will be required to satisfactorily complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (formerly known as a CRB check), including a check of all cautions and warnings as well as convictions, before their place on the course is confirmed.
You will be required to have a satisfactory Health Check.
