University of East London

Montessori Pedagogy FdA

University of East LondonStratford Campus, London

Course overview

Montessori is a developmental approach to education that recognises and encourages the natural curiosity of children and their innate drive to learn. It emphasises learning by doing, along with self-expression and collaboration. Montessori-educated children are confident, creative and independent individuals, well-prepared for life.

This Montessori Pedagogy FdA degree is ideal for those looking to explore the benefits of Montessori education and understand Montessori principles, which are at the core of child-centred learning. They become responsible decision-makers, respectful of the needs of others and their natural environment, with a life-long love of learning. Montessori pedagogy degree graduates are equipped with unique skills that distinguish them in early years education, focusing on alternative education techniques.

Are you someone who would like to: Help children to find out for themselves rather than give them facts? Nurture curiosity? Pave the way for children to grow into caring and compassionate adults?

Enable children to self-judge their ability instead of setting them tests? If you answered YES to these questions then this course is for you! Explore how Montessori teacher training can guide you toward becoming a transformative educator.

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Key highlights

  • Explores Montessori principles at the core of child-centred learning
  • Focuses on alternative education techniques for early years settings
  • Emphasises learning by doing, self-expression and collaboration
  • Includes Montessori teacher training towards becoming a transformative educator
  • Linked with the Maria Montessori Institute

Entry requirements

See full entry requirements on course page

Scholarships

  • Engagement Bursary

    Up to £3,000

  • Hardship Bursary

    Up to £3,000

  • International Scholarship

    Scholarships range between £500 and £5,000 - off your first year's tuition fees - (depending on your course programme).

    Up to £500
  • Postgraduate Alumni Discount

    If you progress directly with no gap year, you may receive a 15% discount. For direct progression graduates achieving an Upper Second-Class Honours (2:1), you may receive a 20% discount.

  • Sports Scholarships

    Annual financial contributions to academic studies and living costs

Careers this course leads to

  • Montessori teacher
  • Early years practitioner
  • Nursery practitioner
  • Teaching assistant
  • Nursery room leader

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9790 per year | International: £9790 per 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 University of East London, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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