BA Early Childhood Studies

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.

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.

The tuition fee for the BA Early Childhood Studies for international students is £19,750 per year.

University College Birmingham offers several scholarships and fee waivers for international students, including:

• Alumni Scholarship: For students progressing from the University’s International Foundation Diploma or an undergraduate to a postgraduate program (20-25% tuition fee scholarship).
• Continuation Scholarship: A £2,000 scholarship for all returning international undergraduate students in their 2nd and 3rd years of study (starting from 2025/26).
• Vice Chancellor's Award and Dean's Award: Prestigious scholarships recognising academic excellence and leadership qualities.
• Early Action Scholarship: Available to new international students who meet specific payment deadlines.

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.

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.