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BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies

MUMiddlesex University London · London

The Early Childhood Studies BA Honours at Middlesex University London is designed for students passionate about making a difference in the lives of babies and young children. This course explores the development, educati…

Tuition
£9,790/yr
Duration
3 years
Intakes
Sep
English
IELTS 6.0

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Course Overview

The Early Childhood Studies BA Honours at Middlesex University London is designed for students passionate about making a difference in the lives of babies and young children. This course explores the development, education, and wellbeing of children through a multidisciplinary lens, incorporating sociology, psychology, law, and health. Students benefit from a curriculum that blends academic theory with hands-on experience, including mandatory placements in each of the three years of full-time study. The programme also offers a part-time study route over six years. Throughout the course, students develop essential professional skills, including critical thinking, leadership, and change management. A unique feature of this degree is the inclusion of Approved Emergency Paediatric First Aid training, enhancing graduate employability. Graduates are well-prepared for diverse careers in early years education, family support, and child development services, or may choose to progress into primary or early years teacher training (PGCE/QTS). The institution reserves the right to adjust course content to maintain academic standards.

Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications

A-levels: BB-BBC. BTEC: MMP-DMM. Access to HE: 45 credits at Level 3. Combinations of A level, BTEC, T level and other relevant qualifications totaling 80-112 UCAS Tariff points.

English Language Requirements

Grade 4/C and above or Level 2 Functional Skills in English.

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Fees & Scholarships

Tuition (international)
£24,500/yr
Deposit to secure offer
£2,000 (deducted from tuition)
Estimated living costs (Manchester)
£12,000–£14,500/yr

Scholarships available

Global Excellence Scholarship — £5,000 tuition reduction, automatic consideration for applicants with first-class equivalent grades. South Asia & Africa Merit Award — £3,000, essay-based, deadline 31 May.

Course Structure & Modules

Year 1

Professional Expectations and Responsibilities: Working with Babies and Young Children – Placement 1
Children and Families in a Social Context30 Credits Credits
Infant Health and Well-Being30 Credits Credits
Early Childhood Development30 Credits Credits

Year 2

Introduction to Research Methods30 Credits Credits
Ethical Research in Early Childhood30 Credits Credits
Insights into Play and Pedagogy30 Credits Credits
Pedagogical Practice to Enable Learning and Relationships - Placement 230 Credits Credits
Sociological Perspectives on Early Childhood: Equality Rights and Inclusion30 Credits Credits

Year 3

Independent Graduate Practitioner Research Project30 Credits Credits
Leading Practice in Early Years: Placement 330 Credits Credits
Creativity and the Arts in Education - Optional30 Credits Credits
Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusion - Optional30 Credits Credits
The Digital Child: Childhood in the Contemporary Media Landscape - Optional30 Credits Credits
The Social and Emotional Aspects of Teaching and Learning - Optional30 Credits Credits

Career outcomes

Graduates move into roles across analytics, engineering and strategy. Recent graduate employers span major national employers, consultancies and fast-growing regional startups. The course draws on strong industry ties and a dedicated careers service running sector-specific recruitment fairs.

94%
Employed or further study, 15mo
£38k
Median starting salary
120+
Industry project partners

🇬🇧 Your route to working in United Kingdom.

As a full-time student you'll apply for a Student visa covering the full course length. After graduating, most of our destinations offer a post-study work route allowing you to live and work with no sponsorship needed for a fixed period — often opening a path toward a skilled worker visa and eventual settlement. Full details on our United Kingdom guide →

Campus Locations

London

About this information

Last updated
4 June 2026
Source
mdx.ac.uk

Course information on this page was last updated from the Middlesex University London website available at mdx.ac.uk on 4 June 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with Middlesex University London; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.

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