I'm studying for a Law degree at University. I want to be a Primary School teacher and have very good GCSE and A-Level results, but I was wondering whether I'll be accepted to train despite doing a Law degree? I chose Law because I'm interested in the subject, and now I am hoping it won't quash my chances of becoming a Primary School teacher. I've read it doesn't particularly matter what degree you have taken, as long as it is academically-orientated. Is this true? I'm also from the UK. Thank you.
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You can do a post grad qualification. You need to ask the local colleges what their entrance criteria are but you should be OK. If you can get some practical experience of working in a school it would help to show you're serious.
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Yep, once you've done the law degree you can do a primary PGCE.
3 :
you should of done childcare and education really but i don't no sorry
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There is no requirement or need whatsoever to have done child care/education etc in the UK. It is entirely possible to take a primary PGCE with a law degree, but you must understand that you will be in competition for places (and, later, jobs) with those who have more relevant degree subjects. All other things being equal, your 'irrelevant' degree may count against you. Take your degree, get at least a 2:1 and then apply for your PGCE. No-one can tell you exactly what the recruiting circumstances will be by that time, but teaching is an ageing profession (and many new teachers leave it within a few years of qualifying).
