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UndergraduateFoundation Degree in EducationUCAS: X3W2

Early Childhood Studies

University Centre at the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group (inc Wakefield College & Selby College)
Selby, England
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2 yearsDuration
£4,933Per Year (Intl)
£7,400Home Fee
77%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Offered by University Centre at the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group (inc Wakefield College & Selby College), the FdEd Early Childhood Studies provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in social sciences. Based in Selby, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. This programme is intended for students wishing to work professionally with children aged 0-8 years, or for those already working with children in this age group who are seeking a higher level qualification. It equips you with the concepts, knowledge and skills required for a professional role in the Early Years sector. You will develop an understanding of the subject and field which will enable you to participate in planning, evaluating and implementing the education and care of young children aged 0-8 years. International tuition fees are £4,933 per year, home/UK fees are £7,400 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 77% student satisfaction rating, and a 100% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Child Development and Learning Theories
Safeguarding and Wellbeing in Early Years
Planning and Assessment in Early Childhood
Professional Practice and Reflective Teaching
Communication and Language Development
Play-Based Learning and Curriculum
Family
Community and Inclusive Practice
Early Years Practitioner Research Project
UCAS Code:X3W2
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

UCAS Points48

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£4,933

per year

Total Course Cost (2 years)£9,866

Home Student Fee

£7,400

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

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UK subject average: £24,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Indicative Data

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💼 Employment Breakdown

60%Working
5%Studying
5%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
50%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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Student Satisfaction

Course-level data

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

Teaching on my course
77%
Learning opportunities
87%
Assessment and feedback
84%
Academic support
73%
Organisation and management
55%
Learning resources
73%
Student voice
45%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
100%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

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About University Centre at the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group (inc Wakefield College & Selby College)

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