Bachelor's Degree in Primary Education, with a specialisation in a foreign language: English
The Bachelor's Degree in Primary Education will qualify you to work as a primary school teacher.
What is the Bachelor’s Degree in Primary Education?
The Bachelor's Degree in Primary Education at Comillas Pontifical University is afour-year degree programme(249 ECTS) delivered face-to-face at the Cantoblanco Campus in Madrid. This Bachelor's Degree, which forms part of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences (Comillas CIHS), provides the professional qualifications required to work as a teacher with pupils aged 6 to 12 in state, state-subsidised and private schools. The programme includes a specialisation in English as a Foreign Language, which qualifies graduates to teach in bilingual schools, and the opportunity to obtain the DECA qualification. With 110 places, teaching placements in schools from the first year onwards (with an international option) and small class sizes, Comillas trains educators with pedagogical, linguistic and interpersonal skills that meet the real needs of the classroom.
- CentersCiencias Humanas y Sociales (Comillas CIHS)
- LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
- CertificationOfficial Bachelor's degrees
- ModalityFace to face
- Duration4 years (249 ECTS)
- Starts On01/09/2027
- Seats110
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Why study Primary Education at Comillas?
This Bachelor's Degree offers:
- A specialisation in English, which will qualify you to teach English in primary and pre-primary schools.
- Work placements in schools from the first year onwards, with an international option also available.
- Small class sizes.
- The opportunity to obtain the DECA (Ecclesiastical Declaration of Academic Competence) to teach religious education.
- Campus in Madrid with a network of partner schools.
Registration
1.425,00€Monthly
567,00€During
9 monthsTotal
6.528,00€
Curriculum
Study Plan
Bachelor's Degree in Primary Education, with a specialisation in a foreign language: English / GEP 14
YEARS
Subjects of the Diploma in Personal, Communicative, and Professional Skills
ANNUAL SUBJECTS
Credits
- General Didactics
- Developmental Psychology of School Children
- Scientific Updating and Experimental Science Curriculum
- Basic Psychoeducational Processes
- Society, Culture and Education
- Inclusive Education
- Elective of concentration
- English for Education I
ANNUAL SUBJECTS
Credits
- Practicum II
- Scientific Updating and Spanish Language Curriculum
- Technological Resources in Education
- Teaching Staff in the Organisation of Educational Centres
- The Christian Message
- Scientific Updating and Mathematics Curriculum
- Western Education
- Research Methodology
- Learning and Service
- Elective of concentration
- English for Education II
1st TERM
Credits
- Didactics of Physical Education
- Children's Literature and encouraging Reading
- Development of Teaching Personality
- Religion-related teaching and learning
- Professional Skills in Vital and Emotional Emergency Situations
- Elective of concentration
- Teaching English as Foreign Language II
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Students on the degree programme undertaking work placements; Student-to-tutor ratio
University students involved in service-learning projects
Alumni of the university who would recommend the degree programme they studied
Hours of practical training in centres
Employment rate amongst the faculty’s graduates
Students who have taken part in exchange programmes during their studies
What sets us apart?
Our admissions process is rigorous; we want the best students and the best people. That is why we offer high-quality programmes, including Bachelor's Degrees, postgraduate and doctoral degrees, as well as specialised courses, which will equip you with the professional skills you need to succeed in the world of work and in society.
Where to find us
We are situated in a beautiful setting on the outskirts of Madrid, surrounded by nature. Do come and visit us.
CANTOBLANCO HEADQUARTERS
Address:
C. Universidad de Comillas, 3–5, 28049 – Madrid
Transport:
Commuter train: Universidad Pontificia Comillas
Buses: Routes 714, 827, 827A, 828
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Useful resources
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Work Experience
We prepare you for your future and introduce you to the real world through comprehensive work experience placements.
Career prospects
With this Bachelor's Degree, you will help to transform society
Bachelor's Degree programmes in Primary Education qualify graduatesto work as primary school teachers, both in state schools – following successful completion of the competitive examination – and in state-subsidised and private schools, in accordance with current regulations.
Primary school teacher
Teacher in bilingual schools
Primary School English Teacher
Primary school teacher of Catholic religion
Publishers specialising in educational content for this stage
Entrepreneurial activities in the fields of education and social and recreational activities
Teacher in classrooms and special programmes
Education Inspectorate
Management of educational establishments
Teaching in care homes and universities
Alumni
Find out what students who have studied with us have to say and see what their experience was like!
Ciencias Humanas y Sociales (Comillas CIHS)
Marta López
The mention in Therapeutic Pedagogy, together with that of English, are essential to face an increasingly demanding labour market and, fortunately, an education system that prioritises attention to diversity and communication.
Ciencias Humanas y Sociales (Comillas CIHS)
Paula Macarrón
The fact that I did an internship during all the courses of the Degree allowed me to discover the challenges of education from the very beginning, to delve into the needs of the students and to immerse myself completely in the world of education.
Ciencias Humanas y Sociales (Comillas CIHS)
Luis Risquete
International internships, interdisciplinary projects, and service-learning initiatives in collaboration with other schools and foundations allow students to expand their opportunities to familiarize themselves with different educational models.
Ciencias Humanas y Sociales (Comillas CIHS)
Verónica Rebollo
The great involvement of the teaching staff and the variety of methodologies and interdisciplinary projects mean that teachers who have studied teaching at this university have the Comillas "gene". Thanks to this gene, we develop our profession with passion and a very solid academic base.
Ciencias Humanas y Sociales (Comillas CIHS)
Carmen Bernad Fernández
Thanks to the English Language I am able to teach from different innovative methodologies such as CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning), PBL (Project Based Learning) and TPR (Total Physical Response) in a more effective and fun way.
Comillas Core Skills Program
Whatever subject you study, Comillas Core Skills complements your Bachelor's Degree: 12 credits spread across your Degree programme that develop the skills and judgement needed to round off your education. Communication, teamwork, technology, critical thinking and leadership are developed throughout your Degree and tailored to your professional field.
Admissions and Scholarships
Follow all the steps in our admissions process and become a student at Comillas
Apply for admission
Please fill in the form with your details and indicate which programmes you are interested in.
Validation
The General Secretariat will review the documentation and notify you once it has been validated.
Entrance examinations
Candidates will sit the written entrance examinations.
Letter of acceptance
We will let you know whether you have been accepted and into which year group. All you need to do is confirm that you wish to join Comillas.
Enrolment formalities
You will officially become a Comillas student and will have access to your personal online account.
Scholarships and grants
Follow all the steps and become a student at Comillas
Comillas is firmly committed to supporting students who demonstrate academic ability and merit but have limited financial resources; each academic year, the university invests significant resources in scholarships and study grants. This effort is funded through the university’s own resources and contributions from the Comillas University Foundation, but also thanks to donations from major foundations, organisations and individuals.
Information for students
Information and requirements
- Entry Profile
The recommended entry profile for those wishing to study the Bachelor's Degree in Primary Education is that of someone who regards education as a key means of bringing about change in the lives of individuals and in the development of societies. This course is intended for those with a strong motivation to understand the teaching and learning processes that underpin the personal development of the 6–12-year-old pupils they will work with in their professional practice. Prospective students of Primary Education should be characterised by: a broad range of cultural, educational, psychological and social interests; a desire to understand human nature to the greatest possible extent and a reasoned belief that educational intervention, in both formal and non-formal settings, can make a decisive contribution to people’s well-being. The Bachelor's Degree in Primary Education places a strong emphasis on pedagogical foundations, teaching specialisations and placements in schools.
- Entry Requirements and Documentation
To begin your studies, you must demonstrate that you meet the legal entry requirements for university admission.
Faculty of teachers
The lecturers at Comillas
CIHS represent a wide range of expertise and are recognised as leading professionals and academics in their fields.
Quality and regulations
Information on the quality and official regulations governing the qualification.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Comillas Bachelor's Degree in Primary Education includes a specialisation in a Foreign Language (English) integrated into the curriculum, which qualifies graduates to teach in bilingual schools without the need for further training. The programme offers work placements in schools from the first year onwards (with an international option), small cohorts of 110 students with personalised tutoring, and the opportunity to obtain the DECA qualification to teach Religious Education. All this takes place on the Cantoblanco Campus in Madrid, with access to an extensive network of partner schools.
It depends on which stage of education appeals to you most. The Bachelor's Degree in Early Years Education trains teachers to work with children aged 0 to 6, with a focus on early development, stimulation and play as a learning tool. The Bachelor's Degree in Primary Education qualifies you to teach pupils aged 6 to 12, with subject-specific teaching methods (mathematics, language, science, English). Both Bachelor's Degrees at Comillas include a specialisation in English and work placements from the first year onwards, so your choice should be based on the age group and the type of teaching you identify with.
If you wish to broaden your teaching scope and specialise in educational guidance, Comillas offers the Double Master’s Degree in Secondary School Teaching and Educational Psychology, which qualifies you to teach at secondary and sixth-form level and to work as a school counsellor. Other options at Comillas include a Master’s degree in Educational Psychology or a Master’s degree in Teaching at Compulsory Secondary Level and Sixth Form, which complement the primary school teacher’s profile with specialisations that are in high demand in the labour market.
The subjects that typically require the most time and effort are those on the Psychology of Learning and Development, due to their theoretical and research-based nature, and the subject-specific teaching methodologies for Mathematics and Experimental Sciences, which require the design of teaching proposals tailored to pupils aged 6 to 12 using active methodological approaches. At Comillas, the modules in the Foreign Language (English) specialisation present an additional challenge, as they require advanced language proficiency to deliver content in English. However, the small-group model (110 places) and the Program’s personalised tutoring facilitate support throughout the Degree.