Early Years Leadership Foundation Degree (HTQ)
Leeds Trinity UniversityCourse Overview
The FD Early Years Leadership Foundation Degree (HTQ) at Leeds Trinity University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about shaping future generations. Based in Leeds, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. Are you a practitioner, working with babies and young children from 0-8 years and their families? Do you want to develop your career in early education, aligning with the specific and specialised remit of early years sector qualifications? This work-based learning foundation degree provides you with the opportunity to develop in-depth knowledge of early education, reflective leadership and therapeutic interventions, while applying these within your practice to shape the lives of children and families within your care. Home/uk fees are £5,000 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
Home Student Fee
£5,000
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Specific areas of interest are built throughout each year of the programme. Fees and finance Funding UK Home Students: Tuition fees cost £5,000 a year for this course in 2025/26. Depending on government policy, tuition fees may change in future years. Additional costs We advise students that there may be additional course costs in addition to annual tuition fees. Print costs - the University provides students with a £6 printing credit each academic year which can be topped up either on campus or
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Leeds Trinity University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £26,000 | £30,000 | £30,000 |
| 3 years | £17,000 | £24,000 | £26,500 |
| 5 years | £20,500 | £26,500 | £32,500 |
UK subject average: £22,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £2,500 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH22-01-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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Student Satisfaction
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