Childhood and Education Studies (top-up) - Online BA (Hons)

Nottingham Trent University

United Kingdom, Nottingham

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Nottingham Trent University

United Kingdom , Nottingham

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

Online

Campuses

Online

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 3 term(s)

Next Intake September-2026

Childhood and Education Studies (top-up) - Online BA (Hons)

About

Introduction:

The childhood and education sector is rewarding, complex and continually evolving. With the BA (Hons) Childhood and Education Studies (Top-Up) course, you’ll study childhood from birth to adulthood through research-informed practice and contemporary debate. You’ll have the freedom to explore the topics that matter to you – equipping you with the tools to make a difference in your own setting and society.

Studying with NTU, you’ll gain the skills and expertise to become a leader of tomorrow. You’ll address today’s complex social issues - whether that’s focusing on decolonisation or identity development. You’ll explore philosophical constructs allowing you to better understand working environments and become a confident practitioner.

This course is designed for you if you hold a relevant level 5 qualification and want to top up to BA honours degree level. Our online learning approach will allow you to further your career in early childhood, childhood or education alongside work and other commitments.

Flexible online learning approach, allowing you to fit in learning around other commitments.
Choice of specialist modules in line with your specific interests and career aims.
Learn from tutors and students in a collaborative and supportive environment.
Benefit from NTU’s top-class teaching, award-winning research and excellent career opportunities.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

What are we looking for?

A full and relevant Level 5 qualification, for example, Early Childhood or Early Years:

Apprenticeship
Higher National Diploma
Foundation Degree, or equivalent.

Other requirements

English GCSE or equivalent.
Successful completion of the Academic Skills Pre-study module.
Successful completion of an online interview.
Work experience is preferred, but applications will be considered without it.

We accept qualifications from all over the world – check yours here:

Entry requirements by country

English language entry requirements

You can meet our language requirements by successfully completing our pre-sessional English course for an agreed length of time, or by submitting the required grade in one of our accepted English language tests, such as IELTS:

Would you like some advice on your study plans?

Our international teams are highly experienced in answering queries from students all over the world. We also have members of staff based in Vietnam, China, India and Nigeria and work with a worldwide network of education counsellors.

Complete this simple form to keep in touch with the International Office.

Career

Careers and employability

The course provides you with the opportunity to develop your professional knowledge and practice, to the extent you will be ready for a range of diverse and rewarding employment opportunities, such as:

Early Childhood Graduate Leader
Educational Developer
Youth Development Worker
Volunteer Coordinator
Careers Leader
Museum Educator
Academic Advisor
Student Support Officer
Learning Mentor
Youth Worker
Community Worker
Early Help Advisor
Youth Mental Health Worker
Researcher
policy development
postgraduate study.

Careers Team

Our award-winning Employability team is here to inspire and enhance your career planning, whichever path you choose. Whether you wish to go on to further study or to look for job opportunities, we can guide you to be a successful candidate.