Program Overview
The Early Years Practice with Early Years Professional Status (EYPS) at University of Chester is a Master programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Early Years Practice with Early Years Professional Status (EYPS) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: GBP 11,850 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 3,900 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Chester, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Early Years Practice with Early Years Professional Status (EYPS) programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- [\'promoting positive attitudes\', "children\'s wellbeing", \'working effectively in a team and with parents and carers\', \'developing a professional approach\', \'continuous professional development of yourself and others.\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You will need to have 360 CAT credits.
You will need to provide evidence of experience of working with children (paid or voluntary).
You will usually have an Honours degree in a related subject, e.g. Early Childhood Studies, Early Years, BEd, Education Studies, or Childhood and Youth Studies, at 2:2 or above.
Applicants with an unrelated Honours degree or postgraduate award will also be considered, if they can demonstrate their interest and/or commitment to working and/or researching in the Early Years sector.
All EYTS applicants will be interviewed.
An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required.
You will need a professional reference that comments on your academic aptitude for Master\'s-level study, your work ethic and your experience with children.
After applying for EYTS, you will be required to pass the Professional Skills Tests for ITT before attending for an interview
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 11,850 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 3,900 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 11,850 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 3,900 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Chester directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Chester
University of Chester
Moffat, United Kingdom
University of Chester is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months