Early Years FdA
Calderdale College
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Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 15 graduates of Early Years FdA at Calderdale College for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Childhood and Youth Studies.
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Salary
Salary of all UK Graduates of
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £22454 | £18770 | £21522 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £17511 - £26646 | £13501 - £23901 | £14816 - £27854 |
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Course Description
The development of children and young people are at the forefront of policy and debate in today's society. The focus of this course is to provide you with the opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge and understanding of child development and other factors that shape children's lives from birth. A key difference between this and other programmes of study is that we help you to develop your understanding from the perspective of children. So if you're looking to progress into teaching, working in early years, social care, child and youth policy work and other occupations relating to children, young people and families, then this course could be for you.
You'll explore the nature of childhood in a contemporary society, referencing relevant social theory and research as well as drawing on current policy and practices in the field, including your own experiences. Key topics include the study of childhood through the perspectives of psychology, sociology, philosophy and educational theories and development, Inclusivity, Safeguarding. We'll also help you to develop as a critical thinker; able to understand and challenge current approaches and policy.
This is a two year course, combined with a work placement in an early years environment. The course is delivered over one day and an evening; it is comprised of a variety of teaching methods which work alongside the student’s placement.
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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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Early Years FdA at Calderdale College
| 35% | Legal professionals |
| 25% | Elementary occupations |
| 15% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
| 15% | Process, plant and machine operatives |
| 5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
Entry Requirements BTEC Level 3 qualifications in a relevant subject however applicants with other qualifications are encouraged to apply as experience and prior learning will be taken into account. Offers will be made to students on the basis of both their academic qualifications and interview. Work placement in an early years environment is essential.
Qualification requirements
Functional skills level 2 preferably GCSE at grade C or grade 4 or above.
Costs
Tuition Fees Early Years FdA
| EU | £7950 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| International | £7950 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £7950 | year 1 |
| England UK | £7950 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £7950 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £7950 | year 1 |
| Wales | £7950 | 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:
August 1, 2026
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
UCAS application code:
8P22
About Calderdale College
Calderdale College offers both further and higher education, based in the town of Halifax, England. The college takes pride in only teaching staff that have extensive experience in their particular subject field, ensuring knowledgeable guidance for their students. The majority of the academic focus at Calderdale goes towards A-Level and T-Level study, and the facilitation of work experience placements for all those who need them.
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Early Years Education FdA | St Mary's University, Twickenham | 78% | 0% | 10% | £6900 | £16320 | 75 | Twickenham |
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Early Years & Primary Practice FdA | University of Suffolk | - | 0% | 5% | £8220 £8220 | £13992 £14610 | 96 | Ipswich |
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Early Years Pedagogy (0-8 Years) FD | NESCOT North East Surrey College of Technology | 88% | 0% | 5% | £6300 | £6800 | - | Epsom |
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Early Years FdA | Calderdale College | 63% | 0% | 10% | £7950 | £7950 | - | Halifax |
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Early Years, Education and Practice (Work Based) FdA | Farnborough College of Technology | 64% | 0% | 10% | £6000 | £8000 | - | Farnborough |
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Early Years Care and Education FdA | University of Portsmouth | 13% | 0% | 5% | £9250 | - | - | Portsmouth |
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Early Years (Solihull College and University Centre) FdA | Oxford Brookes University | - | 0% | 0% | £7570 | £9900 | - | Oxford |
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Early Years (Abingdon and Witney College) FdA | Oxford Brookes University | - | 0% | 0% | £7570 | £9900 | - | Oxford |
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Early years (New College Swindon) FdA | Oxford Brookes University | - | 0% | 0% | £7570 | £9900 | - | Oxford |
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Early Years FdA | City of Bristol College | 93% | 0% | 20% | £6165 | - | - | Bristol |
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FAQ about Early Years FdA Calderdale College
- Tuition fees for this programme are 7950 per year for UK students. In addition to the tuition fees you should also take into consideration the average monthly cost of living for students in the UK.
- Legal professionals (35%), Elementary occupations (25%), Welfare and housing associate professionals (15%), Process, plant and machine operatives (15%)
- 15 graduates rated the course 63. This means that 63% of graduates indicated that they were satisfied or very satisfied with the course. See detailed ratings above and how these compare to the averages at other universities.
- Early Years FdA is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at Calderdale College.
- It is very difficult to get accepted into this course. Accepted students had an average UCAS tariff score of which makes it one of the 0% most difficult courses to enter among all Early Years Education students in the UK.