Early Childhood Studies (with Foundation Year)
Wrexham UniversityCourse Overview
Offered by Wrexham University, the BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies (with Foundation Year) provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in social sciences. Based in Wrexham, Wales, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Unlock your potential and be part of a workforce which can truly shape the lives of young children and families. This dynamic and forward-thinking programme is your gateway to a rewarding career dedicated to the holistic development of children from birth to eight years. Key Course Features: Join a Foundation Year focused on personal, study and career development Explore the link between study and practice and start to develop transferable skills key to gaining successful employment Explore a range of contemporary topics relevant to working with children from birth to eight years. 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 a median graduate salary of £27,000 within three years.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | EEE - DDD |
| UCAS Points | 16 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
Home Student Fee
£5,760
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees & fundingYou do not have to pay your tuition fees upfront. The fees you pay and the support available will depend on a number of different factors. Full information can be found on our fees & finance pages. You will also find information about what your fees include in the fee FAQs. All fees are subject to any changes in government policy, view our undergraduate fees
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Wrexham University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £30,000 | £34,000 | £36,500 |
| 3 years | £19,500 | £27,000 | £30,000 |
| 5 years | £18,500 | £31,000 | £35,500 |
UK subject average: £24,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,000 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: CAH15-04). 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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About Wrexham University
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