You can choose to study this course in Coventry, London (Greenwich/Dagenham) or Scarborough. This course aims to equip you with the early education and care practice skills, knowledge, and understanding necessary to achieve high performance in the global early education and care environment. Why you should study this course Weave research and theory with day-to-day experience of working as an early year’s practitioner. Improve your reflective practice and leadership skills. Develop a culture of inclusion and excellence in early years settings. We understand that everyone learns differently, so this course will consist of structured teaching sessions which can include:

on-campus classroom instruction

practical sessions and peer interaction

online learning

placements,

self-directed learning.

Placements, will be mandatory in both the first year (HNC) and second year (HND) of the course. You will be responsible for sourcing your own placements, although support will be given. In order to successfully complete this HTQ you must complete the mandatory placement hours outlined below. Within your first year of study (HNC) you will be expected to complete a minimum of 375 hours of placement to be carried out alongside your study commitments. Within your second year of study (HND) you will be expected to complete a minimum of 200 hours of placement to be carried out alongside your study commitments. As a full-time undergraduate student, you will study modules totalling 120 credits each academic year. A typical 30-credit module requires a total of 300 hours of study. This is made up of teaching contact hours, guided and independent study. Please visit our website for the most up-to-date information. https://www.coventry.ac.uk/cuc/course-structure/higher-technical-qualifications/early-childhood-education-and-care-htq/?term=2026-27

This Higher Technical Qualification is approved against occupational standards decided by employers. Learn more about Higher Technical Qualifications.

Modules

Year 1: Using Research to Promote Inclusive Early Childhood Environments Professional Development and Protecting Children in Early Childhood Environments Promoting and Supporting Children’s Development Play, Learning and Promoting Health Living Placement module Year 2: Investigating Childhood: Action Research for Early Childhood Practitioners Managing and Leading People in Early Education and Care Managing and Improving Quality in Early Childhood Education and Care Environments Innovative Approaches to Children’s Play and Learning in Practice Placement module We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated. Before accepting any offers, please check the website for the most up to date course content. *For further information please check the course page on the Coventry University website https://www.coventry.ac.uk/cuc/course-structure/higher-technical-qualifications/early-childhood-education-and-care-htq/?term=2026-27

Assessment method

This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which will vary depending upon the module. Assessment methods may include: essays group work presentations reflective exercises practical reflective portfolio 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

International applicants

International students should apply directly to CU directly. Read our application pages to find out your next steps to apply. https://www.coventry.ac.uk/cuc/international/how-to-apply/

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 80 points

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)

English language requirements

IELTS: 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in each component area.

Student Outcomes

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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.

Provider information

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CU Coventry
8 Mile Lane
Coventry
CV1 2TU

Course contact details

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UK Admissions Office

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024 7765 2222

European and International Admissions Office