18Jan
UndergraduateUniversity of Hull has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Continue to develop your understanding of how to encourage young children’s development in this practical one-year course designed to advance your foundation degree to full Honours level. Taught in the evening and designed to support paid or voluntary work in the sector, you’ll continue to learn key skills that employers value while strengthening your academic understanding. With access to our simulated early years learning environment and Forest School Training Centre, you’ll find lots of creative opportunities to hone your skills. Amplify your employability or position yourself for postgraduate study, all while working towards Graduate Practitioner Status, in just 12 months. Why study at Hull?
- Fits around your work and life: We teach this flexible course in the evenings, and offer online study options, to help you balance your studies with work, volunteering and family.
- Build your network: Leverage our membership of the Early Childhood Degree Network to attend events and access profile-raising activities.
- Boost your CV with extra qualifications: You’ll have the opportunity to gain Graduate Practitioner Status,* as well as Forest School certification, on top of your degree.
Modules
Core modules include: International Perspectives in Early Childhood Education and Care The Graduate Practitioner Enabling Environments Voice of the Child Dissertation Please note: You must be in a paid or voluntary work role throughout the course.
Assessment method
You'll be assessed through a combination of written, practical and coursework assessments throughout your degree. Written assessment typically includes exams and multiple choice tests. Practical is an assessment of your skills and competencies. This could include presentations, school experience, work experience or laboratory work. Coursework typically includes essays, written assignments, dissertations, research projects or producing a portfolio of your work.
How to apply
31Jan
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:
- X320
- Institution code:
- H72
- Campus name:
- The University of Hull
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - Not accepted
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - Not accepted
Access to HE Diploma - Not accepted
Scottish Higher - Not accepted
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Applicants need to be on placement with Level 5 sector-specific qualifications, such as an early years sector-endorsed foundation degree/HND, plus some work experience with 0-5 year olds or foundation degree and substantial experience of working with 0-5 year olds or vocational degree plus substantial experience of working with 0-5 year olds in a non-educational role.
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Interview
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | This course requires IELTS 6.0 overall, with at least 5.5 in each skill. For other English language proficiency qualifications accepted by the University please visit www.hull.ac.uk |
| Institution's Own Test | 60% overall (with minimum 55% in each skill) |
Please click below for a list of the English language qualifications we accept.
https://www.hull.ac.uk/Choose-Hull/Study-at-Hull/Admissions/English-language-requirements.aspx
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| England | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250* | Year 1 |
| International | £15400* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
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
University of Hull
Admissions Office
Cottingham Road
Hull
HU6 7RX