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Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies (Top-up)
University College Birmingham, UK
GBP 19750
Annual Tuition Fee
Free
Application Fee
12 months
Duration
6
IELTS
72
TOEFL
70%
Min GPA
Program Overview
Do you have knowledge of working with young children and their families? Want a career helping to shape the foundations for the future of the next generation? Our Early Childhood Studies top-up degree course builds upon your existing training for the early years sector and will help you become a highly qualified graduate practitioner ready to enter a rewarding career in this field.
Covering work with children aged 0-8 years, this top-up course is designed for anyone who has previously studied a relevant subject (up to Level 5), boosting your understanding of childhood, development and growth as well as creating new learning opportunities. You will explore themes of leadership and management and key competencies for the early years' workforce, along with a range of optional modules, from pedagogical leadership in play to socio-historical aspects of childhood.
As part of our top-up Early Childhood Studies course, you will conduct in-depth research into a topic that matches your personal interests and ambitions, while you will also undertake a work placement related to your future career. On completing the course, you will be able to pursue a range of careers within the sector, while if you have ambitions to become a teacher, you can progress onto our PGCE Primary Education QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) postgraduate course.
Additional Information
Program Level Bachelor's Degree
College/University Processing Time 5 Days
Program Format Full-Time
Post-Study Work Visa (PSWV) 
General Admission Requirement
Academic Requirement
- Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have a Bachelor's Degree.
Note:- Students can apply while pursuing a degree or on having completed one or two years of Bachelor's degree in India. Student Credits are accepted by universities in the UK based on which they become eligible for a Top-Up Degree.
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Tuition Fee
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Average Tuition Fee Per Year
19750
Tuition Fee
(GBP)
Free
Application Fee
(GBP)
9207 Per year
Average Cost of Living
(GBP)
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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Scholarships
Revised International Scholarships Deadlines for FEB 2025 intake
| Eligibility Criteria | Scholarship Amount |
| 50% tuition fee paid by 27th January 2025 | £2000 |
| Full tuition fee paid by 31st January 2025 | £500 |
Maximum Combined amount £2500.
Additional Scholarships
We are thrilled to introduce new scholarships for the September 2025 intake, including:
- Vice Chancellor’s Award - 100% of Tuition Fee
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