Early Years Studies
University of BedfordshireCourse Overview
The FdA Early Years Studies at University of Bedfordshire is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about shaping future generations. Based in Bedford, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. If you work with young children, (eg pre-school, child-minding, day nursery or children’s centre), this course is designed to suit your work commitments, combining academic study with knowledge of your work, and preparing you for the top-up degree and professions in Early Years. Develop your skills in teaching and learning support, reflecting on work-based practice in educating and supporting young children’s early learning and development. This course offers you a strong foundation in Early Years Education from a variety of professional perspectives, providing opportunities for you to deve... Home/uk fees are £9,535 per year, and 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
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | CE - CD |
| UCAS Points | 48 |
🗣️ 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
International Student Fee
£9,535
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
*Only available to UK/EU students. Entry Requirements 48 UCAS tariff points including 32 from at least 1 A-level or equivalentAn Enhanced DBS check is requiredApplicants must be working (or volunteering) within an appropriate setting for a minimum of one day per week for duration of course Fees for this course UK International UK UK The full-time standard fee for a Foundation Degree for the Academic Year 2026/27 is £9,535. These are the full course fees covering each year of study. Alternat
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 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: £22,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £5,000 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH22-01-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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Student Satisfaction
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Overall
National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
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