University Centre at the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group (inc Wakefield College & Selby College) has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
The Top-Up Degree provides a progression route for students wishing to be part of the graduate children’s workforce of the future and it will be a significant step toward achieving Early Years Teacher Status or Qualified Teacher Status should you wish.
Modules
You will study a range of theoretical modules covering elements which will enhance your understanding of working with children in early years and primary education. You will have the opportunity to undertake a major study in education which will develop independent research skills and personal and professional competence in planning for and carrying out a project. Modules studied include: Health and wellbeing Supporting learning in young children Research methodologies Major study in education
Assessment method
Assessments vary and include essays, written reports, developing creative teaching resources to support children's learning, student-led seminars, presentations, and research reports.
How to apply
25Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B3A2
- Institution code:
- W08
- Campus name:
- Wakefield College
- Campus code:
- W
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
HND (BTEC) - P
Foundation degree in relevant subject at a pass or above.
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £6750 | Year 1 |
| England | £6750 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £6750 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £6750 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £6750 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Wakefield College
Margaret Street
Wakefield
WF1 2DH