BA Early Childhood Studies
About this course
BA (Hons) in Education, focused on early childhood development and inclusive practice for children aged 0–8. Core topics include Computer Architecture, Statistics, Research Methods, Ethics & Professional Practice, and Global & Comparative Perspective. The course includes supervised placements in early years settings across all three years, and students complete a Professional Dissertation Project in their final year. Graduates gain certified paediatric first aid and safeguarding qualifications.
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Entry requirements
96 UCAS tariff points Your grades are just one part of your story, which is why at UoG we accept any grades from any combination of level 3 qualifications. A-level CCC BTEC MMM T-level Pass Here’s an example of how 96 UCAS tariff points might look for some common level 3 qualifications. If you are using a combination of qualifications to achieve the required UCAS tariff points, they must include at least 2 A levels, a BTEC or an equivalent qualification. We are also interested in hearing from applicants who have a Level 3 Early Years Educator related diploma. Relevant work experience will also be considered in support of your application. GCSE in English Lang/Lit and Maths at grade 4/C or above are usually required. Unsure if we could offer you a place? Check out the UCAS tariff calculator or contact our admissions team if you have any questions.
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What students say
Based on about 9 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 90%
- Learning opportunities: 90%
- Assessment and feedback: 90%
- Academic support: 92%
- Organisation and management: 75%
- Learning resources: 81%
- Student voice: 83%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 55%
- Gained a higher qualification: 30%
- Left higher education: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Further study: 15%
Most common jobs
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 35%
- Teaching and Childcare Associate Professionals: 20%
- Elementary occupations: 15%
- Teaching Professionals: 15%
- Welfare and housing associate professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 75%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 180 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 7%
- East of England: 3%
- London: 2%
- South East: 7%
- South West: 72%
- Wales: 4%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 85%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
- Other qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Foundations for Professional Learning and Inclusive Practice
- Developing Professional Competencies for Inclusive Practice: Placement
- Children's Learning and Development: Psychological Perspectives
- Childhood in Society
- Inclusive Practice and SEND: Understanding Children’s Needs and Voices
- Pedagogy of Playful Learning
- Developing as a Professional: Leadership and Team Collaboration
- Establishing Professional Competencies for Inclusive Practice: Placement
- Professional Enquiry: Exploring Real Issues in Early Childhood
- Inclusive Practice: Families, Communities and Real-World Challenges
- Promoting Children’s Health and Wellbeing in Contemporary Contexts
- Every Learner Matters: Pedagogies that Empower All
- Advocating for Children: Safeguarding and Professional Responsibility
- Inspiring Young Minds: Creativity and Critical Thinking
- Managing Inclusive Practice in Early Childhood
- Advancing Professional Competencies for Inclusive Practice: Placement
- Professional Dissertation Project
- Contemporary Issues in Early Childhood
- Global Perspectives: Comparative Studies
- Interventions in Action: Supporting Children and Families
- Future-Proofing Early Childhood: Vision, Values and Practice
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA Early Childhood Studies at University of Gloucestershire earn?
The median salary is £26,500 after 15 months, £20,500 after 3 years, £24,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £18,500 and £30,000. The £24,500 median after five years is £500 more than the UK median for Education.
What do graduates of BA Early Childhood Studies at University of Gloucestershire do next?
75% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BA Early Childhood Studies at University of Gloucestershire?
90% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BA Early Childhood Studies at University of Gloucestershire?
The typical offer is CCC at A level. The average entrant had 93 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BA Early Childhood Studies at University of Gloucestershire?
55% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.