University of Strathclyde

Childhood Practice

University of StrathclydeGlasgow, United Kingdom

Course overview

This degree matches the Standard for Childhood Practice in Scotland and will develop future leaders of the sector.

Key highlights

  • Matches the Standard for Childhood Practice in Scotland
  • Validated by the Scottish Social Services Council
  • Designed to develop future leaders of the childhood sector
  • Includes a work placement alongside study
  • Coursework completed online, supporting study around work

Entry requirements

  • IELTS: 6 — 6.0 IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall (no individual band less than 5.5) — standard Faculty of Science requirement

Scholarships

  • Asylum Seeker Scholarship

    Value: Cost of tuition fees and essential study costs.

  • BBA International Scholarship

    25% fee reduction per year (three years in total).

  • Faculty of Engineering International Scholarship for Undergraduate Study

    Value: 15% of tuition fees for each year of study - typically £4,650 for first year.

  • Faculty of Science Undergraduate Scholarships for International Students

    Scholarships of between £6,000 - £7,000 per year of study are available to new international students joining an eligible undergraduate degree in the Faculty of Science in the 2026/27 academic year.

    Up to £6,000
  • Humanities & Social Sciences: Undergraduate International Dean's Excellence Scholarship

    Value: £5,000 per year of academic study.

    Up to £5,000
  • Strathclyde Business School Dean's Excellence Awards (Undergraduate)

    Value: 25% fee reduction per year.

  • Undergraduate Scholarships for Physics International Students

    Scholarships of £7,000 per year of study are available to new international students.

    Up to £7,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Early years manager
  • Nursery manager
  • Lead practitioner (early learning and childcare)
  • Childcare centre manager
  • Out of school care manager

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 | International: £10,475

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Strathclyde, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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