Early Childhood Studies (Graduate Practitioner)

Course Overview

The BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies (Graduate Practitioner) at Anglia Ruskin University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding society. Based in Chelmsford, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. Discover how babies, toddlers and young children develop, learn and think, and pick up practical skills and experience to help shape their future. You’ll grow your understanding of professional and inclusive practice and how you can develop a rewarding career supporting babies, toddlers, young children and families in a variety of early years settings. You’ll study the latest theories, issues and approaches in education, and put your knowledge into practice on placement. You’ll develop as a professional Early Childhood practitioner and build your leadership skills. Home/uk fees are £11,750 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £30,500 within three years, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Tuition Fees & Funding

Fees and funding UK students BA (Hons) 3 years full-time distance learning Top-up - distance learning BA (Hons) £11,750 UK students starting 2026/27 (accelerated degree, per year) Paying your tuition fees If you're a UK student, you don't need the money to pay for university now. If you accept an offer to study at university, you can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan to cover your course fees. Both full-time and part-time students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan. You'll start repaying the loan in th

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

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