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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Early Childhood Studies (Top-Up)
University Centre Rotherham
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Early Childhood Studies (Top-Up) course at University Centre Rotherham.
We're still busy gathering entry requirements for Early Childhood Studies (Top-Up) at University Centre Rotherham. Look out for more info soon.
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: 8Z9D
Here's what University Centre Rotherham says about its Early Childhood Studies (Top-Up) course.
Course Overview
This course is tasked to support students who are already practitioners to develop a wide range of skills and knowledge for the employment market. Students on this course will enjoy a creative and innovative approach to learning.
Modules Covered
Year 1
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International Perspectives in Education and Care
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Professional Practice working with 0-7 years
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Creativity in Early Childhood
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Leadership and Management
Year 2
- Dissertation (student choice of content centered on Early childhood studies)
Why Study With Us?
We have an excellent reputation within the Early Years and Childcare sector. Our highly skilled and experienced staff team, the Colleges' nursery provision and links with employers in the sector will support you to achieve your full potential.
Career Opportunities
Upon Successful completion of your course you could go into employment as a Family Support Worker or be a Manager in the private, voluntary, health or maintained sector.
We recognise you may wish to enter teaching or a similar profession on graduation. Throughout your degree you will develop skills, expertise and knowledge that will enable you to apply, with confidence, for initial teacher training or a range of other professional education routes.
Entry Requirements
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A relevant Level 5 academic study qualification
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GCSE grade C/4 or above in English and maths
Source: University Centre Rotherham
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Department
Caring Professions, Science & Land-based Industries
Location
North Notts College - Worksop Campus | Worksop
Duration
2 Years
Study mode
Part-time
Subjects
• Early years teaching
Start date
September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £6,900 per year |
| Scotland | £6,900 per year |
| Wales | £6,900 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £6,900 per year |
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University Centre Rotherham
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Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
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Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University Centre Rotherham graduates who took Early Childhood Studies (Top-Up) - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£22.6k
First year after graduation
£26.3k
Third 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 Studies (Top-Up).
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
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