Merit
Thrive Fund
Edge Hill University · Postgraduate
£2,000scholarship value
- Available to all international students
- Open to your course
1 yearDuration
£15,000Per Year (Intl)
£27,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in social sciences with the MA Education (Early Years) at Edge Hill University. Based in Ormskirk, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. The MA Education (Early Years) has been designed to meet the interests and professional development needs of a range of early years and other professionals who are working in education and related settings, such as health and social care and social services. The programme combines perspectives from early years education, and other relevant disciplines, to ensure you can deliver highly effective practice in today’s multi-dimensional early childhood environment. You will engage in cutting-edge research and enhance your understanding of the nature of educational enquiry and the analytical proc... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £20,500 within three years, and a 95% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Contemporary Early Years Pedagogy
Child Development and Learning Theory
Research Methods in Education
Play-Based Learning and Curriculum Design
Inclusive Practice and Special Educational Needs
Early Years Policy and Professional Practice
Critical Perspectives on Early Childhood
Dissertation in Early Years Education
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | For further information on how you can meet the entry requirements UK EU |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| PTE Academic | 61 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£15,000
per year
Total Course Cost (1 years)£15,000
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Edge Hill University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £23,000 | £27,000 | £32,000 |
| 3 years | £15,500 | £20,500 | £25,000 |
| 5 years | £19,500 | £24,000 | £29,000 |
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH15). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
90%Working
70%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
1 Scholarship Available
Matched to your course, level & nationality
Your nationality
About Edge Hill University
Edge Hill University offers Education (Early Years) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
—QS World
#91UK Ranking
13,330+Students
72+Courses
TEF Silver
View University ProfileFrequently Asked Questions
Related Courses
More courses at Edge Hill University
EducationPostgraduate
1 year£17,000/yr
EducationUndergraduate
3 years£17,000/yr
Education and Mental HealthUndergraduate
3 years£14,500/yr
Education and Special Educational Needs, Disabilities and InclusionUndergraduate
3 years£14,500/yr
Education (Children and Young People's Mental Health)Postgraduate
1 year£15,000/yr
Education (Evidence Informed Practice)Postgraduate
1 year£15,000/yr
Similar courses at other universities
Aberystwyth UniversityAberystwyth
Childhood Studies£19,190/yr
Aberystwyth UniversityAberystwyth
Early Childhood Studies with Early Years Practitioner Status£19,190/yr
Aberystwyth UniversityAberystwyth
Education£19,190/yr
Aberystwyth UniversityAberystwyth
Education (with integrated foundation year)£19,190/yr
Anglia Ruskin UniversityChelmsford
Education with Inclusive PracticeFee N/A
Anglia Ruskin UniversityChelmsford
Education with Inclusive Practice [with Foundation Year]Fee N/A
Ready to Start Your Journey?
Explore courses, compare universities, and find scholarships at CourseOptions.com
Explore All Courses