BA Early Childhood Studies with Foundation Year

With the BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies with Foundation Year at Liverpool John Moores University, students gain the knowledge and skills to work with young children and families in different settings. In this course, students will study aspects such as child development, health and well-being, education, social welfare, and the socio-economic influences on childhood.

The foundation year is designed for individuals without the minimum entry requirements or those with long breaks between formal education. After successful completion, students will progress into the full degree for the BA in Early Childhood Studies.

Teaching and learning for this programme (including the foundation year) combine lectures, seminars, tutorials, workshops, online activities, and work-related placements. Students receive full support from the expert staff throughout this programme.

Assessment comes mainly in the form of coursework, including essays, reports, reflective pieces, presentations, posters, and a dissertation. Limited exams may be included, and students receive regular feedback to help them develop and progress.

Liverpool John Moores University was founded in Liverpool, England, in 1823, and it was officially recognised as a university in 1992. It provides undergraduate, graduate, and research programmes. These programmes now have professional associations that speak of their quality, including the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), and the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.

Liverpool John Moores University currently has about 25,000 students enrolled, including 3,000 international students from over 100 countries. The university's large student body can access new facilities like the award-winning £26 million John Lennon Art and Design Building, the £37 million Redmonds Building, and cutting-edge labs. For international students, these factors make LJMU an excellent option.

Applicants must meet the following requirements to study BA Early Childhood Studies with Foundation Year at Liverpool John Moores University:

Grade Requirements:

• To apply, individuals must have a minimum of 56 UCAS points. These points must come from a combination of level 3 qualifications such as A-levels, BTECs, International Baccalaureate, and other equivalent qualifications.

English Proficiency:

• Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.0. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.

Liverpool John Moores University charges £17,750 for tuition for the 2025/2026 academic year for the BA Early Childhood Studies with Foundation Year.

However, this does not cover other personal expenses or lodging fees. International students must also pay a £5,000 deposit before receiving a CAS.

Many students at Liverpool John Moores University receive financial aid, such as scholarships and flexible payment plans. For example, international students who pay tuition receive an automatic £4,000 scholarship.

After a £5,000 down payment, international students can pay tuition in two to three instalments.

Here are some of the career options you have with a BA in Early Childhood Studies with a Foundation Year from Liverpool John Moores University:

• Family Support Worker
• Nursery Officer
• Play Coordinator
• Residential Care Worker
• Early Years Officer

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.