Program Overview
The Early Childhood Education at University of Worcester is a MA programme in Education 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 education. 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 Childhood Education 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 9,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 3,870 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Worcester, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Early Childhood Education programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Pedagogy, Policy and Practice in the Early Years
- Communication and Collaboration in Leading Early Years Practice
- Effective Early Years Practice and Pedagogy
- Mentoring Skills and Quality Enhancement in Early Childhood
- Inclusive Early Childhood Provision
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You will normally have one of the following:
- Either a first or second class Honours Degree in a relevant, cognate discipline
- Qualified Teacher Status
- A wide range of relevant experience
- If English is not your first language, you will be expected to have reached a sufficient standard on admission to the course (e.g. IELTS 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in each element)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 9,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 3,870 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 9,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 3,870 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Worcester 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 Worcester
University of Worcester
Worcester, United Kingdom
The University of Worcester is a public research university based in Worcester, England. With a history dating back to 1946, the university began awarding degrees in 1997 and was granted full...
University Profile- Start Date in 2017
- Language English
- Duration 12 months