BA (Hons) Education vs BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies

Course Comparison

Course	BA (Hons) Education	BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies
Award	Bachelor of Arts - BA (Hons)	Bachelor of Arts - BA (Hons)
Duration	3 years	3 years
Assessment breakdown	-	-
Course type	Full-time	Full-time
Placement	-	-
Location	Plymouth	Plymouth
Provider	School of Society and Culture	School of Society and Culture
Entry requirements	A level From a minimum of two A levels. Other combinations will be considered. Preference is given for Arts/Drama/Social Sciences/Early Years/English/ Humanities/Media, however all subjects are considered. T level Preference is given to education, social science, childcare or health and social care but others are considered. A minimum of a Pass (C or more on the core) is required. IB 26–28. Preference is given for Arts/Drama/Social Sciences/Early Years/English/Humanities/Media, however, all subjects are considered. English accepted within - Advanced Level = 4, Standard Level = 5 If overseas and not studying English within IB – MUST have IELTS 6.0 overall with 5.5 in all elements GCSE Although you do not require GCSE grade C or above in English Language and Mathematics for this course, please note that if you choose to go on to study a PGCE Primary you will require them. The same applies to a GCSE in Science (Grade 4/C or above). Third-year entry is possible with a foundation degree or HND in a related subject. BTEC MMM. Preference is given for Arts/Drama/Social Sciences/Early Years/English/Humanities/Media, however, all subjects are considered. BTEC National Diploma modules If you hold a BTEC qualification it is vital that you provide our Admissions team with details of the exact modules you have studied as part of the BTEC. Without this information, we may be unable to process your application quickly and you could experience significant delays in the progress of your application to study with us. Please explicitly state the full list of modules within your qualification at the time of application. Access Pass of which 33 must be at merit or distinction level. Equivalent qualifications may be considered, please contact admissions@plymouth.ac.uk. Or you may like to consider our BA (Hons) Education with Foundation course. Extended entry requirements disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Disclosure all offers made for this course are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check we also ask all applicants to complete a self-disclosure form so that the University can consider suitability for programmes that involve contact with children and vulnerable adults. This form offers the opportunity to declare any criminal convictions prior to completing a DBS application if English is not your first language you will have to achieve an IELTS or equivalent qualification at the grades stated below. If you are considering another equivalent qualification, please contact admissions IELTS - Overall average score of at least 6.0, with a score of at least 5.5 in the listening and reading sections and at least 5.5 in the writing and speaking sections meeting the academic minimum is the first stage of an application being considered. Applicants must also submit a strong personal statement in order to be considered further English language requirements We welcome applicants with international qualifications. To view other accepted qualifications please refer to our tariff glossary. Further information Come and visit us at University open days and/or offer holder days to find out more and meet some of our tutors and current students!	Academic requirements A Level From a minimum of two A levels. Other combinations will be considered. Preference for social science, health and social care, early years, childcare subjects/qualifications but others are considered. T Level Preference is given to education, childcare, social science or health and social care but others are considered. A minimum of a Pass (C or more on the core) is required. BTEC DMM-MMM. Preference for social science/health & social care/early years/childcare qualifications but others are considered BTEC National Diploma modules If you hold a BTEC qualification it is vital that you provide our Admissions team with details of the exact modules you have studied as part of the BTEC. Without this information we may be unable to process your application quickly and you could experience significant delays in the progress of your application to study with us. Please explicitly state the full list of modules within your qualification at the time of application. International baccalaureate 26–28 overall. Preference for social science/health and social care/early years/childcare qualifications but others are considered. English accepted within - Advanced Level = 4, Standard Level = 5 If overseas and not studying English within IB – MUST have IELTS: 6.0 overall with 5.5 in all elements Pass Access to HE Diploma with at least 33 credits at Merit or Distinction. GCSE Although it is preferable to achieve GCSE grade C/4 or above in English language and Mathematics for this course, it is not mandatory and the admissions tutor will consider alternative grades. If you choose to go on to study a PGCE, EYITT or a health-related course you will require them. Individual offers for this course may vary. Equivalent qualifications may be considered. Third year entry possible with foundation degree or HND in a related subject. Alternatively, if you have any questions or concerns about meeting the entry requirements listed above we would encourage you to contact the Admissions Team on +44 1752 585858 or email admissions@plymouth.ac.uk, where a member of the team can offer you further advice. Or you may like to consider our BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies with Foundation course. English language requirements We welcome applicants with international qualifications. To view other accepted qualifications please refer to our tariff glossary. Non-academic requirements All candidates will be required to complete a satisfactory DBS (formerly CRB) Enhanced Disclosure , register with the Independent Safeguarding Authority and complete a criminal convictions self-declaration form. All candidates will be expected to demonstrate an active interest in work with young children, evidenced through placement/practice experience. For a full list of all acceptable qualifications please refer to our tariff glossary.