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University of Greenwich
Old Royal Naval College
Park Row
Greenwich
SE10 9LS
Early Years
- 2 Study options
- Undergraduate
- University of Greenwich (Greenwich Campus)
Course summary
A practical early years course with a work placement twice a week, as well as visits to forest schools/outdoor learning centres and the opportunity to graduate with Early Years Teacher Status.
If you are interested in working with Early Years children between 0-8 years, and would like to learn both at university and through a weekly real-world work placement, this course is ideal. This degree, which gives you the recognised qualification in the early years sector, allows you to gain a deep understanding of the sector, child development and multi-agency working.
You will begin your studies focussing on the importance of the child, their families and holistic development. With this solid foundation you will then explore the curriculum in detail with the opportunity of planning, implementing and evaluating activities and experiences for young children.
Alongside developing your academic skills, you will be challenged to explore some of the more topical issues dominating the sector and through this we hope you become confident in leading and advocating for the sector and the rights and participation of young children.
What you should know about this course:
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96% Student Satisfaction with 'Teaching on my course' (2025 National Student Survey).
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You will learn in a very practical and applied way, linking university teaching and learning to the real world environment
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You will be on placement for two days per week for the entirety of the programme working directly with children.
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Our specialist facilities simulate an early years nursery for practical academic lessons that will prepare you for employment
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Taught at our historic Greenwich Campus, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site on the banks of the River Thames.
Modules
Course Modules
All degree courses are made of modules – individual units of study on different topics. Some modules are compulsory; others can be chosen from a list of options.
Our website has full details of your degree structures, module content, and how each is module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website can be found at the bottom of this page.
https://www.gre.ac.uk/undergraduate-courses/eduhea/early-years-ba-hons/2027#prog-study
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- University of Greenwich (Greenwich Campus)
Study options
- Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years
- Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) • Part-Time • 6 Years
Start dates
Application codes
- Institution code:
- G70
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of Greenwich has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Application codes
- Institution code:
- G70
This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.
Course optionsEntry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
UCAS TariffOffer: 104
We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, AAQs, Access to HE and all other qualifications with UCAS Tariff points.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE Mathematics at grade 4/C and GCSE English Language/Literature at grade 4/C. Equivalent qualifications may be considered.
We make Contextual offers to this programme. Applicants that meet specific eligibility criteria will be made a contextual offer with a reduced tariff of up to 16 UCAS Tariff points. Other entry requirements such as GCSEs, etc., will still need to be met. For further information, please see our Contextual Admissions policy. https://www.gre.ac.uk/undergraduate-courses/eduhea/early-years-ba-hons/2027#entry-requirements
Additional entry requirements
- Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) / Disclosure Scotland Check
- Applicants will be required to pass an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
- Health Checks
- Applicants will be required to complete a Suitability Declaration and pass an Occupational Health check.
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
Our vision is to deliver Education Without Boundaries by proactively supporting students to achieve their ambitions which is reflected in the wide range of grades we accept and our contextual admissions policy. Our commitment to supporting our students to succeed is demonstrated in our Gold rated Teaching Excellence Framework.
We accept a wide range and combination of qualifications, many of which are not included in the data below. Learn more about our approach to admissions on our website.
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
This course may have Historical entry grades data available, please select a course option to view.
Course optionsHistorical entry grades report
This report uses your grades to show how students with similar results have done when applying to this course in the past. Sometimes, there isn’t data for every possible set of grades. When that happens, universities and colleges occasionally fill in the gaps for sets of grades that are typically accepted.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland | £9790* | |
| EU & International | £17975* |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
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
The home and international tuition fees for 2027-28 entry have not been confirmed yet.
The tuition fees shown here are for 2026-27 entry. The government regulated undergraduate home tuition fee rate for 2027-28 has not been confirmed. We expect the tuition fee to be the same or slightly higher than £9,790 for 2026-27 shown here.
For more information, please visit: https://www.gre.ac.uk/finance/fees
*Provisional fee
Sponsorship information
Scholarships and bursaries 3
We understand that the transition to university for undergraduate students can be daunting and confusing when it comes to finances. The University of Greenwich has a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and other financial support measures to support students that require it most. More information can be found on our website at www.greenwich.ac.uk/finance/funding-your-studies
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