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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)

Early Childhood (Q89)

Open University
None, Unknown
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0 yearsDuration
£7,428Per Year (Intl)
£7,428Home Fee
89%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BA (Hons) Early Childhood (Q89) at Open University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about shaping future generations. Based in None, Unknown, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application. Interested in making a difference in young children’s lives? This Early Childhood degree focuses on children from birth to seven years, ideal if you work with young children or want to learn more about their experiences. You’ll explore early childhood through national and international perspectives, focusing on children’s voices, play, creativity and participation. A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 97% student satisfaction rating, and 76% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Child Development and Learning
Early Childhood Curriculum and Pedagogy
Play
Creativity and Learning in Early Years
Family
Community and Early Childhood Contexts
Observing and Supporting Young Children
Diversity
Inclusion and Early Childhood Practice
Research Methods in Early Childhood Studies
Contemporary Issues in Early Childhood Education
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£7,428

per year

Total Course Cost (12 months)£7,428

Home Student Fee

£7,428

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 LEO data (HMRC tax records)

💰 Graduate Salaries — Open University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
3 years£13,000£20,000£26,000
5 years£15,000£23,500£30,500

UK subject average: £26,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation 23% below UK average salary
This course
£20,000
UK average
£26,000
Salary 5 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£23,500
UK average
£26,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £3,500 from year 3 to year 5

Indicative Data

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

73%Working
3%Studying
16%Work & Study
2%Seeking Work
73%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes 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.

Student Satisfaction

Course-level data

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

Teaching on my course
89%
Learning opportunities
86%
Assessment and feedback
89%
Academic support
83%
Organisation and management
90%
Learning resources
93%
Student voice
70%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
66%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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About Open University

Open University offers Early Childhood (Q89) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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