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Early Childhood Studies - BA (Hons)

University of Northampton

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University of Northampton
UCAS CODE: X310

Course options

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    University of Northampton Main site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

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The University of Northampton is a top 20 institution for Childhood and Youth Studies in the Complete University Guide league tables for 2025.

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21st for Satisfied with Teaching for Education –The Guardian University Guide 2025 (Education League Table)

Our Early Childhood Studies degree is ideal if you’re looking to work with children and babies from birth to the age of eight.You will gain a broad understanding of the professional issues that underpin the care and education of young children as well as increasing your understanding and awareness of the rapidly evolving nature of early years provision around the world. You will cover children’s development and learning in the context of the family and the community, as well as wider national and international settings. Paediatric First Aid training is included as part of the course and you will have the opportunity to complete the Early Childhood Graduate Practitioner Competencies.This course includes placements in each year which allows you to put your academic learning into practice giving you real, practical knowledge that will be invaluable in your future career.You will benefit from specialist sessions with professionals in the fields of special educational needs, social work, cultural diversity and creative and therapeutic approaches.This degree is excellent preparation for any leadership role in an Early Years setting. It is also a strong foundation for a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), Early Years Teacher Status (0-5) or the School Direct route into teaching.


NSS

- 100% of final year BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies students at The University of Northampton agreed they were satisfied with the course- 95% go on to work and / or study within 15 months after the course - 100% Staff are good at explaining things- 94% Staff have made the subject interesting- 100% The course is intellectually stimulating


By studying at the University of Northampton, you can be sure that:

- Our expert academics teach in small groups supported with one to one assistance. Our academics and students form a tight bond, providing individualised support and guidance whilst challenging students academically.- Whatever your ambitions, we’re here to help you to achieve them. We’ll support you to identify the skills you’re learning during your course, find your strengths and secure practical experience so that when it comes to applying for jobs or further study you’ll feel confident in standing out from the crowd.- At UON we guarantee a room in our Halls of Residence for all new full-time, first year students who apply and accept their room offer by June 2026 - and we won't ask for a deposit for September 2026.- Students enrolling on this course at Northampton will be provided with their own brand new laptop


to keep at no additional cost. All sports clubs and societies are free to join at Northampton and every essential course text book is available via the library, meaning you won’t have to purchase copies. For more information on this visit our website (northampton.ac.uk/benefits).- You will experience student life at the University’s £330 million Waterside Campus. Come along to an Open Day and find out more.

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Tuition fees

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£ 15,700per year

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University information

University of Northampton

University of Northampton

  • University League Table

    121st

  • Campus address

    University of Northampton Main site, Waterside Campus, Northampton, Northampton, NN1 5PH, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Childhood & Youth Studies

    32nd out of 46 23

  • Entry standards

    / Max 150
    80 54%

    40th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    68.0 68%

    12th

    9

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.19 80%

    35th

    22

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