Education (Early Years) BA(Hons)
University of HuddersfieldUniversity of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH
Course overview
Current government reforms in education are focused on early childhood development and the importance of high-quality early years provision in providing the foundations that prepare young children for the best start in life. So, if you’re currently an early years practitioner, aspiring to develop high quality practice and are passionate about working with children and their families, then this course could be for you. The top five job titles advertised in the UK for graduate roles associated with Education (Early Years) BA(Hons) are Nursery Practitioners, Early Years Practitioners, Early Years Teachers, Nursery Assistants and Nursery Managers.* Lightcast data extracted from Graduate Career Explorer – job postings from Dec 2023 to Nov 2024 showing jobs advertised associated with a selection of relevant graduate. *(HESA Graduate Outcomes 21/22.
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Key highlights
- Designed for current early years practitioners developing high-quality practice
- Focuses on early childhood development and foundations for young children
- Explores working with children and their families
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 112 — 112 UCAS tariff points from a combination of A Levels or Level 3 qualifications in Early Childhood, Learning Support or a related educational area.
- T-level: Merit — Merit in T Level Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above. 112 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications.
- Access to HE Diploma — with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above
- GCSE: 4 or above — to include English Language
- Additional condition: interview — You must also demonstrate during interview that you have sufficient general academic skills to be able to undertake the course.
Scholarships
Merit-based Scholarships
At the University of Huddersfield, we recognise academic excellence by offering a merit-based scholarship of up to £4,000 to international students for a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Careers this course leads to
- Nursery Practitioner
- Early Years Practitioner
- Early Years Teacher
- Nursery Assistant
- Nursery Manager
Cost of study
UK/Home: £1,589 | International: £17,600
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 Huddersfield, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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