BA Early Childhood Studies
Course overview
The BA Early Childhood Studies at University College Birmingham is a 3-year full-time course, primarily focused on the formative years of children (ages 0-8) and their families. It is an ideal choice for students who are passionate about a career helping young children meet their developmental needs. Students will learn how to meet children's developmental needs, including key areas such as inclusion, health, safeguarding, and leadership.
Graduate Practitioner Status is a key benefit of studying this course. It is one of the first degrees in the UK (and the only one in the Birmingham area) to include the new Graduate Practitioner Competencies. This officially recognises your high-level knowledge and practical skills, making you a highly qualified and desirable candidate for employers.
The course is accredited by the University of Warwick.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements
- UCAS Tariff Points: Typically 96 UCAS Tariff points.
- A-Levels: Grades CCC (or equivalent).
- BTEC: Accepted qualifications include Diploma, Extended Diploma, or Extended Certificate.
- Access to HE Diploma: Accepted.
English Language Requirements
- The standard requirement for undergraduate degrees at University College Birmingham (BA/BSc) is an overall score equivalent to IELTS 6.0, with a minimum of a 5.5 score.
Scholarships
Alumni Scholarship
You will receive either a 25% or a 20% tuition fee scholarship, depending on your academic achievements.
High Achievers Scholarship
70% – 74% - £3,000, 75% – 80% £5,000, 81% and above Full award
International Scholarship Award
Automatic - £1,000
Up to £1,000
Career opportunities
The course prepares students for a wide range of rewarding careers and is a strong foundation for further professional training. The following is a list of a few careers students could consider, such as:
- Family Support Worker
- Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO)
- Further Training/Postgraduate Progression
- Early Years Teacher / Primary School Teacher
- Social Worker (NHS)
- Mental Health Nurse.
Cost of study
The tuition fee for the BA Early Childhood Studies for international students is £19,750 per year.
Admission
To apply for this course, applicants will need to go through UCAS and can speak to one of our trained counsellors to learn more about this process.
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