Early Years and Childhood Studies BA (Hons)

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Course Overview - Early Years and Childhood Studies BA (Hons)

The BA (Hons) Early Years and Childhood Studies course provides a rich and varied understanding of how children develop, learn, and are supported in different environments – from early years settings to families and wider communities.

You’ll explore key theories in child development, behaviour, and learning, and examine the policies and practices that shape childrens experiences. From the start, youll begin tailoring your degree with specialist modules, and as you progress, you’ll increase your focus in areas that match your career goals – culminating in a independent proj...

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Study Mode

Full-time

Duration

3 Years

Start Date

28/09/2026

Campus

Main Site

Course Address
Academic Division
Oxford Road
All Saints
Manchester

Application Details

Course Code

X310

Institution Code

M40

Points of Entry

Year 1

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff

104

112

Other Level 3 qualifications equivalent to GCE A level are also considered.  A maximum of three A level-equivalent qualifications will be accepted towards meeting the UCAS tariff requirement.  AS levels, or qualifications equivalent to AS level, are not accepted. The Extended Project qualification (EPQ) may be accepted towards entry, in conjunction with two A-level equivalent qualifications. Please contact the University directly if you are unsure whether you meet the minimum entry requirements for the course.

Access to HE Diploma

Pass Access to HE Diploma with a minimum 106 UCAS Tariff Points

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

26

IB Diploma with minimum 26 points overall or 104 UCAS Tariff points from three Higher Level subjects. If you plan to meet the Level 2 course requirements through your IB Diploma you will need to achieve Higher Level 4 or Standard Level 5 in English

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

A level

T Level

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