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Early Childhood Development and Learning at Coventry University - UCAS

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2025 - 20262026 - 2027
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Coventry University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Open days

12Nov
CU Coventry - Open Event
Undergraduate
19Nov
Coventry University London - Undergraduate Open Event
Undergraduate
22Nov
CU Scarborough - Open Event
Undergraduate

Course summary

Success in this field demands a combination of creativity, empathy, logical thinking and extensive knowledge, coupled with the capacity to draw upon personal life experiences. Given the dynamic nature of this industry, this course emphasises the exploration of policies, procedures, exemplary approaches and hands-on learning to provide a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental aspects of child development. As a successful graduate of this course you will meet the Graduate Practitioner Competencies which are considered full and relevant training by the UK Department for Education standards. Why you should study this course

  • an opportunity to take part in invaluable practical placements2,5 (if taking the Graduate Practitioner route).
  • an additional option to work towards obtaining Early Childhood Graduate Practitioner status*
  • to undertake an investigation into a topic relating to early childhood enabling you to make informed recommendations for future policy, research and practice
  • to draw on your own personal experience and make links between your study at studies, your personal experience and your professional practice in the field of early childhood
  • to explore a range of international perspectives on early childhood, which you can apply to your own research area.
  • opportunities to engage with students at other international universities and industry experts through initiatives like our Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) project2.
  • opportunities to conduct critical research with our highly experienced staff.
For the most up-to-date information about course modules, sandwich years or part-time learning, please visit our website.

Modules

Year 1: Collaborative and Inclusive Relationships in Early Years Setting Promoting Children’s Health, Wellbeing and Safety The Child, the Family and the Community Learning and Development Through Play Year 1 ECDL Placement Year 2: Early Years Pedagogy and Practice Theoretical Perspectives on Child Development Sustainability in the Early Years Undertaking Research in the Early Years Year 2 ECDL Placement Final year: International Perspective of Childhood Effective Leadership and Management of an Early Years Environment Inclusion, Equality and Diversity Research Project Year 3 ECDL Placement

Assessment method

This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which will vary depending upon the module. Assessment methods include: Formal examinations Phase tests Essays Group work Presentations Reports Projects Coursework Exams Individual Assignments The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.

How to apply

14Jan

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

Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

We’re here to help you achieve your study goals. If your qualifications or expected levels of grades differ from those outlined above, chat with our admissions team and between us we will explore the possibilities open to you. We accept a range of qualifications and our study experience is designed to give you options and support from the start. Contact us via our website to find out more.

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)

Student Outcomes

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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
84%
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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9535* Year 1
Northern Ireland £9535* Year 1
Scotland £9535* Year 1
Wales £9535* Year 1
Channel Islands £9535* Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9535* 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

Additional costs/fee information 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 . Studying this course with a sandwich year incurs an additional £1,500 fee (£1,800 for international students) to cover your academic support throughout your placement year. For full international fees and the most up to date information about tuition fees, please check the relevant course page of the Coventry University website.
Early Childhood Development and Learning at Coventry University - UCAS