Overview

Through the (Hons) Early Childhood Studies course from the University of West London you will gain valuable experience through placement opportunities whilst applying academic learning to practice. In the final year, you will have the opportunity to carry out independent research which can lead to published work.

A multi-disciplinary and experienced academic team who will support you throughout to reach your full potential and consider successful careers in education, health and social care.

Career opportunities:

An array of potential jobs and career fields await early childhood studies degree graduates, including teaching, education planning or policy, international kindergartens and social care.

Job roles

teaching
education planning or policy
higher or further education
nurseries and primary schools
international kindergartens
early help or social care roles
youth or community education
charities or voluntary organisations
social mobility and social justice organisations
personal development
residential support.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Understanding Education
The Philosophy of Inclusion
Facilitating learning: How children and young people learn
Understanding the Rights of Children in Early Education
Promoting the Development of Children and Young People
Building Positive Learning Communities

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

78

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PTE Academic

51

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Early Childhood Education Childhood Studies View 138 other Bachelors in Early Childhood Education 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

78

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PTE Academic

51

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

These can include:

A Levels at grade B, B and C, or above
BTEC Extended Diploma with Distinction, Merit, Merit
Access to HE Diploma
T Levels

Mature applicants (aged 21+): If you do not hold the qualifications listed above but have relevant work experience, you are strongly encouraged to apply. Your application will be considered on an individual basis.

You also need GCSE English (grade 9 – 4 / A* - C) or Level 2 equivalent.

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Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

16750 GBP / year

≈ 16750 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

≈ 9535 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part - time:

National - €6,360
International - £11,160

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

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

Funding

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Key information

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Language

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Credits

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Disciplines

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General requirements

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Additional Details

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London

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