FdA Children s Health, Play and Wellbeing

The FdA Children’s Health, Play and Wellbeing at the University of Suffolk equips students with the knowledge and practical skills needed to work in various settings that support children aged 0–18 and their families. It focuses on the importance of playfulness as a foundation that connects the education, health, and social care sectors, preparing students for meaningful employment.

The degree combines academic study with professional practice, and attendance on campus is limited to one or two days a week, making it easier for students to balance their studies with other responsibilities. An additional pathway in the course is the Early Years Educator status, which runs alongside the main course and promotes support within the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.

The University of Suffolk is an innovative institution that is passionate about making a positive impact on students' lives and the community surrounding it. The university offers excellent student satisfaction and is ranked for graduates securing employment or further study almost immediately after completion. It also offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, including Business, Arts, Social Sciences, Technology, Health Sciences, and Society.

Applicants are required to submit a personal statement explaining the reasons for their application to the course and providing other relevant details about their academics. An academic and/or employer reference is also needed. Students can also include their CVs to show their work experience.

Grade Requirements

• Applicants generally need 80 UCAS Tariff points from Level 3 qualifications, A Levels at CDD, or a Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma at MMP.

English Proficiency

• Applicants whose first language is not English need to score 6.0 overall in the IELTS test, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component.

The current cost for studying FdA Children’s Health, Play and Wellbeing at the University of Suffolk is £15,090 per year for international students.

The University of Suffolk offers various scholarships for both home and international students. One such is the International Merit Scholarship, which awards between £1,000 and £3,000 as a fee discount to undergraduate and postgraduate students who meet or exceed the published entry requirements.

Graduates of the FdA Children’s Health, Play and Wellbeing from the University of Suffolk can become:

• Nursery Practitioners or Managers
• Teaching Assistants
• Play Workers
• Family Support Workers
• Special Educational Needs Co-ordinators
• Health Care Assistants

Candidates can apply directly to the University's online platform or speak to our trained advisors for guidance.