Applied Early Years Studies (Top up)
University of BedfordshireCourse Overview
Pursue your ambitions in education and teaching with the BA (Hons) Applied Early Years Studies (Top up) at University of Bedfordshire. Based in Bedford, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. If you currently work in the early years sector and have a relevant Foundation degree or equivalent in this field, this top-up course will bring you up to a full Honours degree in just one year. It also allows you to put your learning into practice immediately, in your workplace. The course builds on the knowledge and skills you have already have while developing your understanding of child development and early years education from a variety of professional perspectives. A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £21,000 within three years.
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 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
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Graduate Outcomes
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💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Bedfordshire
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £22,000 | £26,000 | £29,000 |
| 3 years | £15,000 | £21,000 | £25,000 |
| 5 years | £18,500 | £26,000 | £30,500 |
UK subject average: £26,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £5,000 from year 3 to year 5
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