School of Education
Thank you for booking your interview, all the information you need is provided below:
We look forward to meeting you on the day. If you have any queries in the meantime, please contact the LJMU Admissions Team on 0151 231 2777 or by emailing applicantsupport@ljmu.ac.uk.
Undergraduate courses
BA (Hons) Learning, Development and Support applicants
Congratulations if you have been invited to an interview for the BA (Hons) Learning, Development and Support course. All of the information you will need to prepare can be found in our BA Learning Development Support Interview guide.
Your interview
Interviews for this course will take place via telephone.
Please ensure that you are available for the duration of your interview slot and the contact telephone numbers you have stated on your UCAS application are still correct. If not, please update with UCAS immediately.
BA (Hons) Primary Education with QTS
Congratulations on gaining an interview!
We are delighted that your application has been successful so far and we are really looking forward to speaking to you at your Interview. Prior to interview you are required to read the BA (Hons) Primary Education with QTS interview and task information.
Why study with us?
We are exceptionally proud of our Primary Education programme and the fantastic experience our teacher trainees gain while studying at LJMU.
Our course offers a very personalised degree experience. We selectively recruit a relatively modest cohort of around 70 students per academic year, meaning we can offer an excellent staff/student ratio, and our teaching and support staff foster positive relationships with our students.
As an institution, LJMU has strong, long held relationships with partner schools across Merseyside and the Northwest, meaning we’re able to place our students in schools that are a commutable distance from where they live.
Throughout your three years on the programme, the modules are designed to help you develop the confidence to teach the core subjects - English, mathematics and science - and strategies for how best to teach these. We believe that laying strong foundations for every child in these subjects in Key Stage 1 and 2 sets them up for future academic success.
Our academic team is also keen to develop all students into well-rounded practitioners and we offer a broad range of enrichment opportunities throughout your degree. These include:
- a sustainability project when local primary schools come together to participate in engaging workshops with our students
- the opportunity of work towards FA Coaching certificates in order to enhance your PE teaching
- the Philosophy for Education programme
- Forest School activities, which enable you to work towards a Level 3 certificate as a Forest School Ranger
If you have any questions about the interview process or studying at LJMU, please don’t hesitate to contact the Admissions Team on +44 (0) 151 231 2777 or by emailing applicantsupport@ljmu.ac.uk.
Best wishes
Sarah Hindhaugh
Programme Leader,
BA (Hons) Primary Education with QTS
Undergraduate courses Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I change my interview date?
Alternative interview dates are not usually possible and would be the exception rather than the norm due to the high volume of applications we receive. We do however appreciate that there are certain circumstances where this is unavoidable. Therefore if you need to rebook you will be able to rebook your interview day once, however this needs to be done in advance of the interview date. Please contact the LJMU Admissions Team with any queries.
Where do I get my Microsoft Teams link to join the BA (Hons) Primary Education with QTS individual interview?
The Teams link for your individual interview will be in your booking confirmation.
For BA (Hons) Primary Education with QTS, do you want my certificates before interview?
No, as outlined in your Interview Guide, if you are successful after interview and obtain an offer we will contact you about how to send these to us.
Where can I get advice about student funding or other support available at LJMU?
LJMU employs staff that can offer advice and support to students and prospective students on a range of issues such as student funding and support for students with a disability. For disability queries or any support required for your interview, please email disability@ljmu.ac.uk or phone 0151 904 6052. Alternatively for fees, funding and finance queries please email moneyadvice@ljmu.ac.uk or call 0151 231 3153.
Who can I contact if I have a query about my interview?
Please contact the LJMU Admissions Team on 0151 231 2777 or by emailing applicantsupport@ljmu.ac.uk. The team is available Monday to Friday and will be happy to help with any queries you may have in relation to your interview or application to us.
Postgraduate courses
PGCE Primary courses (All routes)
Congratulations if you have been invited to an interview for a PGCE Primary course, this information relates to all routes of PGCE Primary (Early Years, Physical Education and General). All of the information you will need to prepare is provided in the PGCE Primary Interview Guide. Please ensure you read this fully prior to attending your interview which will be held on Microsoft Teams.
Any queries please contact the LJMU Admissions team on 0151 231 2777 or by emailing applicantsupport@ljmu.ac.uk.
For more information about the course, please visit PGCE Primary programme frequently asked questions.
PGCE Secondary courses (All routes)
Congratulations if you have been invited to an interview for a PGCE Secondary course, this information is relevant for all secondary subjects. All of the information you will need to prepare is provided in the PGCE Secondary Interview Guide. Please ensure you read this fully prior to attending your interview day which will be held on Microsoft Teams.
Any queries please contact the LJMU Admissions team on 0151 231 2777 or by emailing applicantsupport@ljmu.ac.uk.
For more information about the course, please visit PGCE Secondary programme frequently asked questions.
PGCE Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I change my interview date?
Alternative interview dates are not usually possible and would be the exception rather than the norm due to the high volume of applications we receive. We do however appreciate that there are certain circumstances where this is unavoidable.
Therefore if you need to rebook you will be able to rebook your interview day once, however this needs to be done in advance of the interview date.
Please contact the LJMU Admissions Team with any queries.
Where do I get my Microsoft Teams link to join the individual interview?
The Teams link for the Welcome talk will be in your booking confirmation. You will be sent another Teams link for your individual interview on the day whilst the Welcome talk is taking place. Interview slots are allocated on the day and your invite will specify your interview time.
Who can I contact if I have a query about my interview?
Please contact the LJMU Admissions Team on 0151 231 2777 or by emailing applicantsupport@ljmu.ac.uk. The team is available Monday to Friday and will be happy to help with any queries you may have in relation to your interview or application to us.
Do you want my certificates before interview?
No, as outlined in your Interview Guide, if you are successful after interview and obtain an offer we will contact you about how to send these to us.
Where can I get advice about student funding or other support available at LJMU?
LJMU employs staff that can offer advice and support to students and prospective students on a range of issues such as student funding and support for students with a disability. For disability queries or any support required for your interview, please email disability@ljmu.ac.uk or phone 0151 904 6052. Alternatively for fees, funding and finance queries please email moneyadvice@ljmu.ac.uk or call 0151 231 3153.