Oldham College
Early Years with Preparatory Year BA (Hons)
Oldham College

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 10 graduates of Early Years with Preparatory Year BA (Hons) and other courses in Business and Management at Oldham College for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Business and Management.

Overall student satisfaction
93 /100
10 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of all UK Graduates of

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £24004 £23818 £29383
25-75 percentile range £20982 - £28114 £18679 - £30387 £21981 - £39292

Course Description

If you do not meet the requirements for the three year honours degrees, you should consider this option. The Preparatory year is designed for students who may not have all the required grades/entry requirements for the traditional degree course. The Preparatory year is designed to give you the skills, knowledge and grounding to get the most from higher education. Through the mix of modules taken in this year you will gain confidence, develop new skills, and gain knowledge which will give you the essential preparation for success in your chosen degree.

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.

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Early Years with Preparatory Year BA (Hons) at Oldham College

20% Artistic, literary and media occupations
20% Teaching Professionals
10% Sales occupations
10% Web and Multimedia Design Professionals
10% Skilled trades occupations
10% Finance Professionals
10% Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations

The acquisition of knowledge is achieved through tutor led input such as interactive lectures, seminars and groups work. The design of the Teaching and Learning approaches used across this programme incrementally builds from basic skills and knowledge acquisition to developing deeper understanding and application of the key topics, themes and content. Applying the theory and knowledge learnt to practical situations and developing academic research skills and methods. Students’ achievement and progress is supported by the teaching team through interventions at key transition points within each level, e.g. through tutorials, workshops and also by input from Academic Skills Lecturers. By employing a variety of teaching delivery methods the needs and learning styles of each student are addressed.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Early Years with Preparatory Year, BA (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Early Years with Preparatory Year BA (Hons)

EU £7500 year 1
England UK £7500 year 1
Northern Ireland £7500 year 1
Scotland £7500 year 1
Wales £7500 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:

  • Foundation

About Oldham College

Oldham College is a Further Education institution that primarily delivers vocational courses to 16-18 year olds, located in the English town of Oldham. Among the alternative course options for school leavers, applicants can choose from a broad selection of apprenticeships and T-level courses with a guaranteed minimum of 315 work experience hours. Adult education at Oldham College is focused on giving learners a second chance in the education system, with their GCSE Resits and Access to Higher Education programmes.

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Student composition of Oldham College

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Where is this programme taught

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