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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Early Childhood Studies (Online)
University of East London
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Early Childhood Studies (Online) course at University of East London.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
B,B,C
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: X306
Here's what University of East London says about its Early Childhood Studies (Online) course.
If you are interested in a career working with and for children and their families, this asynchronous course will give you an excellent foundation.
Studying by distance learning allows you to study at your convenience, giving you the flexibility to study from any location within a structured and supported framework. This means you can combine gaining an academic qualification with your work or family commitments.
Our course will give you a fascinating insight into the way children experience their childhoods and how that experience influences them as they develop.
You'll look at childhood from a range of different critical perspectives and explore the factors that influence the childhood experience, as well as examine issues such as health, early years' legislation, and global inequalities in childhood.
Source: University of East London
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Department
School of Childhood and Social Care
Location
Stratford Campus | Stratford
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Distance learning (full-time)
Subjects
• Early childhood studies
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
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 |
| International | £15,560 per year |
The modules you will study
Foundation Year: Mental Wealth: Academic and Professional Skills for Life 1, Exploring Social Worlds, Key Principles for Inclusion and Diversity, Emerging Research Communities, Practice module Part 1, Practice module Part 2.
Year 1: Exploring Social Worlds, Key Principles for Inclusion and Diversity, Emerging Research Communities, Mental Wealth: Academic and Professional Skills for Life 1, Practice module Part 1, Practice module Part 2.
Year 2: Mental Wealth: Academic and Professional Skills for Life 2, Identity and Social Justice, Building Research Communities, Contemporary Issues in Education, Practice module 3, Practice module 4, Optional Placement.
Year 3: Mental Wealth: Academic and Professional Skills for Life 3, Critical and Global Perspectives on Education, Practice module 5 Montessori Educational Setting, Practice module 6, Independent Research Project.
For more information about individual modules, please visit our course pages via the link below.
How you will be assessed
The course is assessed entirely by coursework such as essays, video presentations and a research dissertation. Coursework will include presentations, software demonstrations, research-based assignments and practical exercises involving system or program specification, coding and testing.
The approximate percentages for this course are:
Year 1: 100% coursework Year 2: 100% coursework Year 3: 100% coursework Assessments are set at the end of each term and include group works and individual work including essays, presentations, case studies, professional development and practical activities depending on the nature of the course. All grades count towards your module mark. More details will be included in the student handbook and module guides. Feedback is provided within 15 working days in line with UEL's assessment and feedback policy.
University of East London student reviews
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1st year
Architectural design
3 months ago
Studying at UEL has been a pleasant experience. The location is very scenic and isn't far from London City Airport and the O2 which can be seen from the Dockside which in my opinion is the heart of East London. With DLR connecting to other points of the East such as Westfield Stratford, ExCeL and Ca...
2nd year
Computer science
3 months ago
My experience at UEL has honestly been the best part of my university journey so far. The location is simply amazing; I never get tired of it, especially in the winter when the sunsets are so breathtaking, being right by the riverside with those captivating views of the Thames and the runway of Lond...
2nd year
Computer science
3 months ago
My experience at UEL has honestly been the best part of my university journey so far. The location is simply amazing; I never get tired of it, especially in the winter when the sunsets are so breathtaking, being right by the riverside with those captivating views of the Thames and the runway of Lond...
3rd year
Business and management
3 months ago
Uni life at UEL is full of energy, diversity, and opportunities to get involved. There are so many societies, events, and activities that make it easy to meet new people and feel part of a community. For me, being a Student Ambassador and community influencer made my experience even more special I g...
3rd year
Business and management
3 months ago
The support I’ve received at UEL has been incredible, especially as an international student. The Career Zone has been a constant guide, connecting me with internships, part-time roles, and professional development opportunities that I never imagined I’d have. I’ve also found the staff from lecturer...
3rd year
Business and management
3 months ago
One of the things I’ve really appreciated at UEL is the range of facilities available to students. From modern lecture halls and well-equipped computer labs to dedicated study spaces across campus, there’s always somewhere to focus and get work done. The libraries are a huge support with both resour...
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of East London
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 University of East London students who took the Early Childhood Studies (Online) course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
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Teaching on my course
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How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
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How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
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How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
100%
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How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
100%
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Learning opportunities
99%
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Learning opportunities
99%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
100%
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How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
100%
high
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
97%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
100%
high
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
97%
high
Assessment and feedback
98%
high
Assessment and feedback
98%
high
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
97%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
94%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
97%
high
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
100%
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How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
100%
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Academic support
97%
high
Academic support
97%
high
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
94%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
100%
high
Organisation and management
100%
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Organisation and management
100%
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How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
100%
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How well organised is your course?
100%
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Learning resources
97%
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Learning resources
97%
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How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
100%
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How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
94%
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How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
97%
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Student voice
98%
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Student voice
98%
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How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
94%
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To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
100%
high
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
100%
high
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
93%
high
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
92%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
88%
med
Student information
See who's studying at University of East London. These students are taking Early Childhood Studies (Online) or another course from the same subject area.
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Grade | |||||
| Psychology | B | |||||
| Sociology | C | |||||
| Media Studies | C | |||||
| Religious Studies | A | |||||
| Spanish | A | |||||
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
The Early Childhood Studies (Online) course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about University of East London graduates across each of those subject areas.
Graduate statistics
56%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
82%
In work, study or other activity
74%
Say it fits with future plans
73%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
20%
Welfare Professionals
12%
Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation
8%
Teaching Professionals
7%
Administrative occupations
Graduate statistics
45%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
81%
In work, study or other activity
81%
Say it fits with future plans
78%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
29%
Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation
20%
Teaching Professionals
14%
Teaching and Childcare Associate Professionals
5%
Caring personal services
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of East London graduates who took Early Childhood Studies (Online) - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£20.1k
First year after graduation
£27.4k
Third year after graduation
£36.5k
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 Studies (Online).
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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