The University of Cumbria is one of the UK’s leading providers of teacher training and education programmes, with over a century of experience in shaping future educators. Whether you're aiming to become a qualified teacher, want to explore the wider world of education, or build on your existing expertise, we offer a wide range of pathways to help you reach your goals. When you join us, you’ll join a community committed to excellence in teaching, research, and professional development.
Take your next step in shaping lives through education today and explore our courses below.
Take your first step into the classroom with our undergraduate and postgraduate routes into teaching. Our Undergraduate ITE and PGCE programmes prepare you to become a qualified teacher, with specialist pathways and school-based experiences that build confidence and competence.
Explore CoursesEarn while you learn with our Primary Education (3–11) Teacher Degree Apprenticeship—combining academic study with hands-on experience to become a qualified teacher through a flexible, work-based route.
LEARN MOREExplore education in its broadest sense with our fully online Education Studies Top-Up or Outdoor Studies programmes—ideal for those interested in learning, leadership, and development outside traditional school settings.
Discover OptionsWe are a Silver rated university for student outcomes (Teaching Excellence Framework, 2023).
We are No. 1 university in the northwest and in the top 10 in the UK for Graduates into employment or further study within 15 months (97% of Graduates – Graduate Outcomes Survey, HESA 2024).
We are one of the largest providers of teacher training in the UK. In the last 10 years we have trained over 10,000 new teachers.
We are an OFSTED 'Good' provider of Initial Teacher Education (ITE) for both Primary and Secondary phases.
At the heart of the University of Cumbria’s Teaching and Education community is a commitment to advancing knowledge and practice through impactful, practitioner-focused research. Our Learning, Education and Development (LED) Research Centre leads advanced research projects across all phases of education—from early years to higher education—supporting professionals to shape policy, improve practice, and inspire change.
We are also proud to host the Teacher Education Advancement Network (TEAN), a national community dedicated to empowering teacher educators. TEAN champions social justice, develops pedagogies, and promotes advanced scholarship through collaboration, publication, and professional learning.
Have questions about training to teach? Our friendly team is here to help – whether you're still exploring your options or ready to apply. We offer personalised advice and support to help you find the right route into teaching.
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