This course is designed for individuals with or without prior experience working with children. It allows students to gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills through class-based learning and placements. The course is mapped against QAA benchmarks for Early Childhood degrees and includes practical assessments, allowing graduates to earn a BA (Hons) degree at Level 6, which is counted as full and relevant at Level 3 by the DfE. This qualifies graduates to work as a practitioner in any Ofsted-registered setting. Additionally, students have the optional opportunity to be assessed against the new Graduate Practitioner Competencies, which provides an extra certificate upon successful completion.
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If you are ONLY applying to study with UCS, you can use the direct entry application form at this link.
If UCS is one of multiple choices you MUST apply via UCAS, at the button below.
This course is designed for individuals with or without prior experience working with children. It allows students to gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills through class-based learning and placements. The course is mapped against QAA benchmarks for Early Childhood degrees and includes practical assessments, allowing graduates to earn a BA (Hons) degree at Level 6, which is counted as full and relevant at Level 3 by the DfE. This qualifies graduates to work as a practitioner in any Ofsted-registered setting. Additionally, students have the optional opportunity to be assessed against the new Graduate Practitioner Competencies, which provides an extra certificate upon successful completion.
Topics may include:
If you are ONLY applying to study with UCS, you can use the direct entry application form at this link.
If UCS is one of multiple choices you MUST apply via UCAS, at the button below.
Upon graduation, students can find employment in various early years settings, such as children's centres, primary schools, or as an early years practitioner. The degree can also lead to management and leadership roles. Many graduates also pursue postgraduate qualifications like a PGCE or Masters degrees.
The course fee is £8950.00* per year of study.
For more information regarding course fees, please read our 'Fees and Funding' page.
*Fees are subject to review annually. The fees for existing students may be increased annually in line with the Retail Price Index.