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Early Childhood Studies

  • FdA
  • 2 Years
  • Part-time
  • 09/2026
  • Undergraduate
North Notts College - Worksop Campus
Awarded by:
University of Hull
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2026-2027
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Course summary

About this Course:

This course is an innovative response to specific sector needs which enhances the professional development of early years practitioners and the quality of early years provision for children and their families. This degree provides opportunities for students to consolidate, strengthen and enhance their knowledge and skills, and provides progression pathways to further and higher study.

Rotherham College has an excellent reputation within the early years and childcare sector. Our highly skilled and experienced staff team, the Colleges’ nursery provision and links with employers in the sector will support you to achieve your full potential.

Modules Covered:

Level 4

-Academic Study Skills

-Early Childhood Development

-Professional Reflective Practice: Listening to Young Children

-Safeguarding and Promoting the Well-being of Young Children

-Natural Play

-Social Inclusion and Early Childhood Education

Level 5

-Approaches to Research in Early Childhood Studies

-Inclusive Strategies for Children with Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND)

-Professional Reflective Practice: Critical Reflection and Alternative Pedagogies

-Professional Reflective Practice: Transitions

-Action Research Project

-Professional Reflective Practice: Learning Journey

​Progression:

  • Higher Education BA (hons) degrees in Childhood Studies, Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Education and Care

  • Upon successful completion of these courses you could go into employment in roles such as Nurse Manager, Pre-School Leader or Family Support Worker

Entry Requirements:

  • 48 UCAS points

  • Level 3 Childcare/Early Years qualification with license to practice status

  • GCSE Maths and English grade C/4 or equivalent

  • Hold a current DBS

  • Be employed in a sector in a relevant setting and role

  • A minimum of six months experience post-qualifying at Level 3

  • ICT access and skills to support online learning elements of the programme

  • IELTS English Score of 6.0 minimum required for international applicants

If you do not meet these requirements please contact us as we are able to consider applicants with other qualifications, relevant experience or personal circumstances on an individual basis.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • North Notts College - Worksop Campus

Study options

  • FdA • Part-time • 2 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:
8Z9C
Institution code:
R52
Campus name:
North Notts College - Worksop Campus
Campus Code:
W
Points of Entry:
Year 1

University Centre Rotherham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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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:
8Z9C
Institution code:
R52
Campus name:
North Notts College - Worksop Campus
Campus Code:
W

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 64 points

Applicants should have: •Level 3 Childcare/Early Years qualification with license to practice status
•GCSE Maths and English grade A* to C or equivalent
•Hold a current Enhanced DBS
•Be employed within the sector in a relevant setting and role
•A minimum six months’ experience postqualifying at Level 3
•ICT access and skills to support online learning elements of the programme
•The ability to meet the demands of a degree programme
Evidence of previous study and learning, alternative qualifications and the quality of the written application will also be considered.

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Hold a current Enhanced DBS
Other
Applicants should have: •Level 3 Childcare/Early Years qualification with license to practice status •GCSE Maths and English grade A* to C or equivalent •Hold a current Enhanced DBS •Be employed within the sector in a relevant setting and role •A minimum six months’ experience postqualifying at Level 3 •ICT access and skills to support online learning elements of the programme •The ability to meet the demands of a degree programme Evidence of previous study and learning, alternative qualifications and the quality of the written application will also be considered.

Historical entry grades data BETA

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£4400Year 1
Northern Ireland£4400Year 1
Scotland£4400Year 1
Wales£4400Year 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.

Additional fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.

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