Study MA Early Childhood Education at University of Hertfordshire in the UK,

MA Early Childhood Education

UK

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What will I learn?

About the course The programme supports you in developing your knowledge and understanding of issues and practice through enquiry and research. The programme provides a range of module choices, but you are encouraged to bring your own ideas and focus on your own particular professional interests. This award is gained through taking an early childhood education focus for 50 percent of the study, including the Dissertation. Applicants must have substantial experience of practice in early childhood educational settings, or must have a bachelor degree in early childhood education. The MA Early Childhood Education is offered as part of a suite of awards available through the MA Education Framework.

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
£17,950.00 (US$ 23,181) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

January 2027

Venue

College Lane - Campus

College Lane,

Hatfield,

Hertfordshire,

AL10 9AB, Southern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
£19,025.00 (US$ 24,569) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

College Lane - Campus

College Lane,

Hatfield,

Hertfordshire,

AL10 9AB, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

An honours degree (2:2 or higher) in a relevant subject such as Education, SEND, Childhood Studies, Social Sciences, Coaching, Mentoring or Counselling or other related fields. Other degree qualifications will be considered depending upon relevant professional experience in an educational context such as schools and colleges.Overseas awards need to be recognised as equivalent by NARIC; English language GCSE Grade 4 (iGCSE Grade C) or above or equivalent; a short personal statement (no more than 500 words) explaining why you are interested in education and any relevant experience (professional or voluntary) that might support your application; a work or academic reference.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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