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Higher National Diploma - HND
Early Childhood Development and Learning
Coventry University
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Early Childhood Development and Learning course at Coventry University.
Select a qualification to see required grades
UCAS Tariff
80
from a minimum of two A2 levels or BTEC equivalent qualification.
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year |
| Wales | £9,535 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,535 per year |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: X301
Here's what Coventry University says about its Early Childhood Development and Learning course.
Being involved in the educational and personal growth of children can offer a highly fulfilling profession. This course specifically concentrates on children aged 0-8, with the goal of equipping you to make a valuable contribution to early childhood development.
You’ll be introduced to the key concepts and principles of childhood development and learning with the expectation of gaining an understanding of factors that impact upon learning and development, from both individual needs to environmental influences, for children between the ages of 0 to 8 years.
Critical appraisal of childhood perception is explored as is the analysis of the role of statutory guidance for early years practice and legislation.
This Higher National Diploma (HND) follows the curriculum for Years 1 and 2 of the Early Childhood Development and Learning BA (Hons) degree course.
For the most up-to-date information about course content, part-time study or our additional academic support, please visit our website.
Course details
There are a few options in how you might study Early Childhood Development and Learning at Coventry University.
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6 course options available.
Qualification
Higher National Diploma - HND
Department
CU Group
Location
CU Coventry | Coventry
Duration
2 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Early childhood studies
Start date
September 2025
Application deadline
January 29, 2025
The modules you will study
Year 1:
Collaborative and Inclusive Relationships in Early Years Setting
Promoting Children’s Health, Wellbeing and Safety
The Child, the Family and the Community
Learning and Development Through Play
Year 1 ECDL Placement
Year 2:
Early Years Pedagogy and Practice
Theoretical Perspectives on Child Development
Sustainability in the Early Years
Undertaking Research in the Early Years
Year 2 ECDL Placement
How you will be assessed
This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which will vary depending upon the module.
Assessment methods include: Formal examinations Phase tests Essays Group work Presentations Reports Projects Coursework Exams Individual Assignments
The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.
Coventry University reviews
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3rd year
literally the biggest waste of time and money. all the good courses are full so good luck getting a place, all the arts courses are extremely underfunded and extremely politically charged. I've met multiple young people like me who have multiple jobs. wasted 36k, just get an apprenticeship
8 months ago
5th or higher year student
The student union is active but they are not very accommodating
1 year ago
5th or higher year student
The campus life is amazing . There are alot of events and activities that can be done.
1 year ago
5th or higher year student
The cost of living is not that high as most of this area is filled with students but the university fee is high
1 year ago
5th or higher year student
I recieved a lot of help from my lectures in the beginning and till now as they try to accommodate you as best as they can.
1 year ago
5th or higher year student
The facilities are amazing. The classes are well equipped and the library and hub is amazing.
1 year ago
National Student Survey (NSS) scores
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Coventry University students who took the Early Childhood Development and Learning course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
89%
med
Teaching on my course
89%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
95%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
88%
low
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
88%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
84%
med
Learning opportunities
91%
med
Learning opportunities
91%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
86%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
90%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
98%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
93%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
86%
med
Assessment and feedback
83%
low
Assessment and feedback
83%
low
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
86%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
88%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
76%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
86%
low
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
79%
low
Academic support
90%
med
Academic support
90%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
91%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
88%
low
Organisation and management
86%
med
Organisation and management
86%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
91%
med
How well organised is your course?
83%
med
Learning resources
83%
low
Learning resources
83%
low
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
69%
low
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
92%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
87%
med
Student voice
76%
low
Student voice
76%
low
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
74%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
75%
low
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
81%
low
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
72%
low
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
91%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
75%
low
Student information
See who's studying at Coventry University. These students are taking Early Childhood Development and Learning or another course from the same subject area.
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Grade | |||||
| Sociology | C | |||||
| Psychology | C | |||||
| English Literature | C | |||||
| Religious Studies | D | |||||
| Media Studies | C | |||||
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
We have no information about graduates who took Early Childhood Development and Learning at Coventry University.
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Coventry University graduates who took Early Childhood Development and Learning - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£23k
First year after graduation
£23.7k
Third year after graduation
£25.9k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Early Childhood Development and Learning.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
Discussions
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We are a forward-looking, modern university with a proud tradition as a provider of high-quality education and a focus on applied research.
Our students benefit from state-of-the-art equipment and facilities in all academic disciplines including health, design and engineering laboratories, performing arts studios and computing centres. We have been chosen to host three national Centres of Excellence in Teaching and Learning which has enabled us to invest substantial sums of money in health, design and mathematics.
Our city-centre campus is continually developing and evolving, and we have plans for further investment in it over the next few years. We are a major presence in Coventry, which contributes to the city's friendly and vibrant atmosphere and also enables us to foster successful business partnerships.
Through our links with leading-edge businesses and organisations in the public and voluntary sectors, our students are able to access project and placement opportunities that enhance their employability on graduation.
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