Begin your journey to becoming a teacher
A University of Buckingham course, delivered in partnership Anspear, specially designed for learners who plan to join the BA (Hons) in Primary Education. This 12-week Introduction to Academic Writing course provides a direct route to the BA programme for students without traditional academic qualifications.
Build confidence in academic writing
Prepare yourself for higher education
Become eligible for the BA in Primary Education
Who is this course for?
This new course provides a pathway for potential BA (Hons) Primary Education candidates who do not have the two A-Levels (or equivalent qualifications) required for entry. By successfully completing the course, individuals without Level 3 qualifications can demonstrate their ability to succeed at degree level and become eligible to apply.
What you'll learn
The 12-week course will give you a solid grounding in the writing skills needed for university study:
- Fundamentals of good writing
- Academic writing techniques
- Argument presentation
- Reflective and analytical writing
- Effective reading strategies
- Feedback interpretation
Flexible, engaging and effective learning
The Introduction to Academic Writing course benefits from the same learning platform as the BA in Primary Education:
Key dates
8 September 2025: Introduction to Academic Writing application deadline.
15 September 2025: Introduction to Academic Writing course starts.
12 January 2026: Introduction to Academic Writing course starts (second cohort).
w/c 15 September 2025: Introduction to Academic Writing orientation session.
w/c 12 January 2026: Introduction to Academic Writing orientation session (second cohort).
May 2026: BA (Hons) Primary Education application deadline.
Key details
Duration: 12 weeks (Starting Monday 15 September 2025 or Monday 12 January 2026)
Cost: £480 (inc VAT)
Completing the this course is a pathway to applying for the BA (Hons) in Primary Education.
No prior qualifications required. (GCSE English, maths and science are required for QTS, however these can be completed during or after the degree course.)Next steps
Ready to transform your writing and academic potential? Register now before 8 September 2025 and we'll be in touch as soon as possible to enroll you on the course.
Register nowAbout Anspear
Anspear is a learning and technology company that partners with the University of Buckingham to deliver the BA (Hons) in Primary Education and the Introduction to Academic Writing course. Anspear develops the app you will use to study. We will also enroll and support you while you take the course. Please don't hesitate to contact Anspear at uob@anspear.com if you have any questions about the course.