
Early Childhood Studies SIPE (Studies in Primary Education) with Professional Practice Top Up
Birmingham Newman UniversityCourse Overview
Pursue your ambitions in social sciences with the BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies SIPE (Studies in Primary Education) with Professional Practice Top Up at Birmingham Newman University. Based in Birmingham, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. Early childhood, the quality of education, provision and care, and the roles and responsibilities of all those involved with young children, parents and families, all have a significant influence on children’s achievement and life chances. The last decade has seen the wider development of early years provision, changes and challenges in aspects of education and care, and the recognition that early childhood and children’s experiences must be supported by a highly qualified workforce. Our courses provide you with an understanding of education from a sociological and philosophical perspective... Home/uk fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 5.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £18,500 within three years.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Birmingham Newman University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £21,000 | £24,000 | £28,000 |
| 3 years | £13,000 | £18,500 | £23,000 |
| 5 years | £15,500 | £22,000 | £28,000 |
UK subject average: £24,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £3,500 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH15-04). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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About Birmingham Newman University
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