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University degree
Early Childhood Education
West Herts College
Qualification
Degree
Length
3 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
full-time
Worth knowing: about 72% 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
This BA (Hons) Early Childhood Education is perfect if you’re looking for a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference to young children and future generations. The course will equip you with the skills and knowledge to become an advocate for young children and their families. The application of theory to practice is at the heart of your learning on this course, and with 80 guaranteed days of placement and work-based learning over the three-year full-time course duration, you'll gain invaluable practical experience that enhances your learning and career prospects.
Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
80-95 pts5%
96-111 pts20%
112-127 pts20%
128-143 pts15%
144-159 pts20%
160-175 pts5%
How they qualified
80% got in with A-levels. The rest came in a mix of ways:
A-levels80%
other higher education15%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts Pay & prospects
92%
In work or further study after
28%
Continue past first year
97%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£27,000
After 15 months
£22,500
3 years on
£26,500
5 years on
What graduates actually go on to do % of leavers
Teaching ProfessionalsHighly skilled28%
Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation19%
Sales occupations4%
Teaching and Childcare Associate ProfessionalsHighly skilled12%
Customer service occupations3%
Other Educational ProfessionalsHighly skilled8%
Administrative occupations2%
Welfare and housing associate professionalsHighly skilled6%
What students say National Student Survey
97%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching100%
Assessment & feedback100%
Academic support100%
Well organised98%
Learning resources93%
Student community97%
In students' own words
★★★★★
Would do it again
This is the perfect place to study this subject. The best part: the teaching staff are genuinely world-class and accessible. If I'm honest, admin can be slow to respond, especially at start of term. On the city — local cost of living is man…
Class of 2022 · Full-time
★★★★★
A great decision
Coming here has changed how I think. The best part: the opportunity to do independent research in the final year is a highlight. If I'm honest, some seminar groups were too big for meaningful discussion. On the city — the city is a brillian…
Third year · Full-time
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Where this degree can lead
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