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Early Childhood Studies
- BA (Hons)
- 1 Years
- Full-time
- 09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Main Site
- Awarded by:
- The Open University
Course summary
This programme builds on and consolidates existing knowledge, understanding and skills of working with children, strengthening the links between theory and practice. The aim is to facilitate professional development and career choices encouraging intellectual capabilities, reflection and analytical skills specifically related to the pedagogy of childhood.
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Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- BA (Hons) • Full-time • 1 Years
Start dates
- 09/2026
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- L515
- Institution code:
- N28
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
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How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- L515
- Institution code:
- N28
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff
All applicants must:
Hold a Level 5 qualification (FdA/HND) in an Early Years related discipline – or the international equivalent of 120 ECTS Credits.
External applicants must be interviewed (international applicants via internet/email respectively). Hold Level 2 or equivalent in English Language (or a minimum IELTS score of 7 with no element below 6.5 in all components; speaking, listening, reading and writing required for international applicants, additionally a formative written piece of work may be requested during the application process).
Hold Level 2 or equivalent in Maths.
Hold a Clear Enhanced DBS.
Provide evidence of appropriate current early years/education employment and/or volunteering experience within the sector. This must be verified by the organisation manager or head teacher.
You must:
Hold a Level 5 qualification (FdA/HND) in an Early Years related discipline – or the international equivalent of 120 ECTS Credits.
External applicants must be interviewed (international applicants via internet/email respectively).
Hold Level 2 or equivalent in English Language (or a minimum IELTS score of 7 with no element below 6.5 in all components; speaking, listening, reading and writing required for international applicants, additionally a formative written piece of work may be requested during the application process).
Hold Level 2 or equivalent in Maths.
Hold a Clear Enhanced DBS.
Provide evidence of appropriate and current early years/education employment. This must be verified by the organisation manager or head teacher.
Non-standard entry criteria:
Evidence of recent and extensive early years experience.
All applicants with non-standard criteria must be interviewed.
Level 2 or equivalent in English Language (or a minimum IELTS score of 7 with no element below 6.5 in all components; speaking, listening, reading and writing required for international applicants, additionally a formative written piece of work may be requested during the application process).
Level 2 or equivalent in Maths.
Clear Enhanced DBS.
Evidence of appropriate current early years/education employment and/or volunteering experience within the sector.
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
Additional entry requirements
- Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Historical entry grades data BETA
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
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