University course · real outcomes from HESA / Discover Uni · part of Careermash
University degree
Education and Early Childhood Studies
Dn Colleges Group
Qualification
Degree
Length
-
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
part-time
Worth knowing: about 45% of students don't make it past first year here - ask the uni what support they offer.
Robin · your guide
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About this course
The FdA Education and Early Childhood Studies programme has two distinct pathways. These pathways ensure that the Foundation Degree is comprehensive and responsive to the varied needs of the education sector. They prepare students for a range of roles, enhancing their career prospects and enabling them to make a significant impact on children’s lives.
The FdA addresses the growing demand for qualified early years practitioners and to plug the shortage of qualified educators including teachers which subsequently supports the local economy by providing accessible higher education opportunities.
Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
No past-entry data for this course.
How they qualified
85% got in with A-levels. The rest came in a mix of ways:
A-levels85%
other higher education15%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts Pay & prospects
55%
Continue past first year
91%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£17,500
3 years on
£19,500
5 years on
What students say National Student Survey
91%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching98%
Assessment & feedback94%
Academic support100%
Well organised92%
Learning resources85%
Student community91%
In students' own words
★★★★★
Exceeded expectations
I've grown so much academically and personally here. The best part: the opportunity to do independent research in the final year is a highlight. If I'm honest, a few modules feel under-resourced compared to the flagship ones. On the city — …
Final year · Full-time
★★★★★
Would do it again
Honestly, one of the best decisions I've made. The best part: the cohort are bright and motivated, which makes the learning environment great. If I'm honest, a few modules feel under-resourced compared to the flagship ones. On the city — go…
Class of 2024 · Full-time
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Where this degree can lead
Careermash · real course data from HESA / Discover Uni, in plain English.