Early Childhood Studies (with Foundation Year)

Course Overview

Offered by Oxford Brookes University, the BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies (with Foundation Year) provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in social sciences. Based in Oxford, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Early Childhood Studies looks at strategies to nurture inclusivity and considers how creative and therapeutic approaches can provide support for children and their families. Our BA Early Childhood Studies with a Foundation Year in Humanities starts by equipping you with essential skills such as research, evaluation and communication. Passing this foundation year leads to our BA Early Childhood Studies programme, where you’ll explore the factors that influence children’s development in the UK and worldwide. International tuition fees are £17,250 per year, home/UK fees are £5,760 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 90% student satisfaction rating, and 73% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

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Graduate Outcomes

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