Early Years Education and Leadership FdA
Edge Hill UniversityEdge Hill University, Holy Cross College and University Centre (Bury)
Course overview
Support children’s learning and development from birth to five. Make a positive change in early years settings. On our foundation degree in Early Years Education and Leadership, you’ll develop the knowledge and tools to become the best practitioner you can be.
Key highlights
- Focuses on children's learning and development from birth to five
- Combines early years education with leadership in early years settings
- Builds knowledge and practical tools for early years practitioners
Entry requirements
- T-level: Pass — You can achieve the required number of UCAS Tariff points from A Level Grade E, BTEC National Subsidiary Diploma (QCF) P, or T Level with an overall grade of Pass (E or above on the core).
- GCSE: C/4 or above — to include Mathematics, English Language
- Additional condition: dbs_check — …offer from Edge Hill University you will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Disclosure indicating that you meet the mandatory criteria of ‘Clearance to Work with Ch…
Scholarships
Alumni Loyalty Scholarship
A £1,000 tuition fee discount will be automatically applied to international fee-paying students.
Up to £1,000Global Vice-Chancellor’s Award
We are delighted to offer the Global Vice-Chancellor’s Award, a scholarship worth £3,000 for international fee-paying students studying an eligible full-time undergraduate, postgraduate taught and postgraduate research degree
Up to £3,000Sports Scholarship for Applicants
Gold - up to £1,000; Silver - Up to £500; Bronze - Up to £250 per academic year.
Careers this course leads to
- Early years practitioner
- Nursery room leader
- Nursery manager
- Early years teaching assistant
- Childminder
Cost of study
UK/Home: £7,335 a year
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 Edge Hill University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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