Early Childhood Studies BA (Hons)
Bath Spa University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 15 graduates of Early Childhood Studies BA (Hons) at Bath Spa University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Teacher Training.
This particular course
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Education and Teaching
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Teacher Training at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £25000 | £21000 | £22500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £22000 - £25500 | £14500 - £23500 | £16500 - £27500 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Education and Teaching
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £26506 | £24514 | £28116 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £24888 - £29177 | £18792 - £27897 | £20130 - £32846 |
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Course Description
Explore issues in early childhood and gain practical experience of working with children and families.
- Employability focused to enable achievement of the sector-recognised Early Childhood Graduate Practitioner Competencies.
- Intellectually stimulating programme with 80 planned days of placement.
- Explore real local and global issues in Early Childhood with engaging and experienced tutors.
On this dynamic course, you’ll develop a critical understanding of childhood, babies, children and families from multi-disciplinary and global perspectives. Informed by the latest research and our Centre for Research in Early Childhood (REACH), you’ll examine current debates and explore concepts such as play, development, ethics, wellbeing, social justice and leadership.
Through 80 days of planned placement activity, you’ll gain essential skills and knowledge of inclusive and collaborative practices to make a positive impact on children’s lives and shape your future career. You might also apply for our Certificate in Global Citizenship or opt for a study visit or international placement.
If you apply for a PGCE during your final year of study, you'll receive a guaranteed PGCE Primary and Early Years interview.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Early Childhood Studies BA (Hons) at Bath Spa University
| 49% | Web and Multimedia Design Professionals |
| 12% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 6% | Caring personal services |
| 4% | Customer service occupations |
| 3% | Teaching Professionals |
| 3% | Caring personal services |
| 2% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 2% | Teaching and Childcare Associate Professionals |
| 2% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 2% | Sales occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
English language requirements
| test | Grade | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS 6.0 - for visa nationals, with a minimum score of IELTS 5.5 in each element. |
Costs
Tuition Fees Early Childhood Studies BA (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £15750 | year 1 |
| International | £15750 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
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.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
- year 2
- year 3
University Rankings
Positions of Bath Spa University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Bath Spa University in related subject specific rankings.
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- #38
- #49
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- Education
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
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- #60
- #72
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- Education
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
See all 9 university rankings of Bath Spa University
About Bath Spa University
Bath Spa University is located in the rural outskirts of the English city of the same name, Bath. This institution of higher education takes pride in that they have the faculty resources and initiative to treat students as individuals, by learning their strengths and weaknesses, and thus being able to help them find work placements that align with their goals. In your free time, you can find academic and social experiences through Bath Spa’s more than 70 student clubs and societies.
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Student composition of Bath Spa University
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Total number of students enrolled at Bath Spa University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 7335
- postgraduates:
- 1285
- Total:
- 8620
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023
