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Foundation of Early Childhood and Primary Education
- Chester, United Kingdom
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Foundation
About the program
Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood and Primary Education is a three-year full-time bachelor course taught at Exton Park, Chester by the University of Chester.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate subject knowledge in Early Childhood and Primary Education. Use appropriate research and analytical methods
- Evaluate evidence and communicate reasoned conclusions.
Career outcomes
- Careers across the 0-11 age range in early childhood and primary education
Curriculum
- Three-year full-time course. Modules named on the course page include Exploring Professional Practice
- Holistic Development: Unveiling the Mysteries of Childhood
- Working Together in Primary Education
- Contemporary Issues in Early Childhood & Primary Education: Exploring Key Debates and The Heart of Early Childhood: Exploring Foundational Principles
- In units of 20 to 40 credits.
Entry requirements
Academic
- School-leaving qualification equivalent to GCSEs
- 72 UCAS points (under 21) for the four-year degrees
- Mature applicants (21+) assessed case by case
- GCSE Maths grade C/4 or equivalent on course pages.
Accepted academic background
School-leaving qualification equivalent to British GCSEs (international entry requirements page), GCSE Maths grade C/4 equivalent on course pages.
Language tests
- IELTS 6
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts and Certificates
- English Proficiency Evidence
- Academic Reference
- Statement of Purpose
- Passport Copy.
How to apply
- Check the programme entry requirements and available intake. Complete the university application and provide the academic documents and language evidence requested for admission. Pay an application fee if applicable. Review the admission decision
- Accept the offer and arrange visa documents where necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £11,250 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £50 GBP |
| Deposit | £22,077 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Exton Park, Chester |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Education |
| Department | Education |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 480 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university. |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
Tuition is £11,250 GBP per year. The application fee is £50 GBP. The deposit is £22,077 GBP. The estimated living cost is £10,827 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.

