London,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies in Ealing United Kingdom | University of West London
University of West London
|
Ealing United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
16,250
(c. USD21,744.94)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Our BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies program equips you with essential knowledge and practical skills for diverse careers in early childhood education, from preschools and elementary schools to family services, social work, nonprofits, and healthcare environments:
Graduating with this degree plus completing required fieldwork qualifies you as a Level 3 early childhood professional, making you more attractive to employers. This Department for Education certification requires meeting basic literacy and numeracy standards.
The program provides strong foundations for postgraduate studies (particularly valuable for aspiring teachers).
Your learning combines engaging classroom sessions with real-world experience through mandatory fieldwork placements.
We actively support students in gaining additional childcare experience through part-time or volunteer work, with dedicated career services to help find these opportunities.
Our curriculum uniquely emphasizes language acquisition strategies and inclusive education for children with special needs.
Another distinctive program feature explores childhood nutrition, wellness, and environmental sustainability - specialized knowledge that gives graduates a competitive edge.
You'll develop expertise in early learning methodologies, analyze educational policies affecting practice, and complete an independent research project on a subject of personal interest.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
UCAS points required from level 3 qualifications - 112
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
Level 4 (year 1) entry - To directly enter the first year of this course you will need to show appropriate knowledge and experience. For example, you are an ideal candidate if you have Level 3 qualifications and/or relevant work experience.
Level 5 (year 2) entry - To directly enter the second year of this course you will need to show appropriate knowledge and experience. For example, you are an ideal candidate if you have 120 undergraduate credits at Level 4 or a CertHE in a related subject area.
Level 6 (year 3) entry - To directly enter the third year of this course you need to show appropriate knowledge and experience. For example, you are an ideal candidate if you have 240 undergraduate credits (at Levels 4 and 5), a DipHE, Foundation Degree or HND in a related subject area.
IB English HL grade 4+ or SL grade 5+
IELTS - Overall score of 6.0 with a minimum IELTS 5.5 for each of the 4 individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening).
TOEFL iBT - Overall score of 78 (Reading 18, Writing 17, Listening 17, Speaking 20).
Tuition
GBP
16,250