Overview

(Hons) Early Childhood Studies with Foundation programme from University of Plymouth is ideal for those without degree-level entry or returning to education. Option to gain professional recognition of your practice.

Key facts

Take a fresh look at childhood. Explore the theory of children's early years from perspectives including sociology, social psychology, history and philosophy. Develop a clear understanding of childhood and the career paths in this field.

This course encourages critical thinking, fosters creativity, and provides practical insights into working with children in their formative years. Gain hands-on experience and build graduate-level skills through three placements in a variety of diverse settings.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Questioning Education
Studying Learning and Learning to Study
Children and Stories
Independent Enquiry
Places and Spaces for Learning and Playing
Children in Society
Multi Professional Perspectives

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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TOEFL^® IBT

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76

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4

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PTE Academic

59

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OTE

126

IELTS

6

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Plymouth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Early Childhood Education Childhood Studies View 115 other Bachelors in Childhood Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

OR

76

OR

4

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PTE Academic

59

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OTE

126

IELTS

6

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

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General requirements

UCAS tariff:32 - 48: Don’t have 32–48 UCAS tariff points? We will consider ‘non-standard’ applications on a case-by-case basis
A levels: For Level 3 entry the Tariff points entry level will normally be 32–48 points from A level or equivalent. Non-standard applicants will normally be interviewed

All Access courses: Pass a named Access to HE Diploma (preference to education/ social science/ health and social care, but all considered) with at least 33 credits at Merit/Dist

Welsh Baccalaureate: Refer to the Admissions Tutor

Scottish Qualifications Authority: 32–48 points at Advanced Highers – refer to Admissions Tutor

Irish Leaving Certificate: Irish Highers, H5 in five subjects equivalent to 32–48 points

International Baccalaureate: 24 overall

GCSEs: Applicants are recommended to have GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English at Grade C/Level C or above. If applicants do not have the equivalent, completing this during this degree will be promoted

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

18700 GBP 4000 GBP Built-In Scholarship

Non-residents

14700 GBP / year

≈ 14700 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5760 GBP / year

≈ 5760 GBP / year

Additional Details

Discounts per year:

Year 1: £4,000
Year 2: £1,000
Year 3: £1,000

Living costs

Plymouth

United Kingdom

731 - 1387 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Disciplines

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