Early Childhood Education and Care (with Foundation Year) BA (Hons)

Newman University, Birmingham

Student rating
This is the overall rating calculated by averaging all live reviews for this uni on Whatuni.
( 4.2)
View reviews

Course info

UCAS CODE X333

Newman University offers an innovative foundation year to complement our undergraduate degrees. Our Foundation Year is the first year of a four-year degree. Completion of the Foundation Year leads into the first year of the 3 year degree in Early Childhood Education and Care. The foundation year provides an alternative route to an undergraduate degrees for those unable to meet the traditional entry requirements for a three-year degree and for those looking to build their confidence and academic ...Read More

Different course options

Full time including foundation year | Birmingham Newman University | 4 Years | 06-JAN-24

Key stats

Uni rankings

WUSCA student ranking
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2023 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
26th / 81
CUG ranking
Complete University Guide Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
125th
CUG subject ranking
Complete University Guide Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
69th

Start date and duration

DATA SOURCE: UCAS
Start date
06-JAN-24
Full Time Including Foundation Year
4 Years

Education

DATA SOURCE: UNISTATS

Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 84 = 16% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019

Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019

Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019

Education graduate salary at this uni
£16,000
UK Education graduate salary
£17,000

Modules
These are the sub-topics that you will study as part of this course
Source: IDP Connect , September 2023

DATA SOURCE: IDP Connect
Modules (Year 1)
Modules (Year 2)
Modules (Year 3)
Module Options

Entry requirements
Entry requirements
The minimum grades (and in some cases the subjects) you'll need to get on to this course.

DATA SOURCE: UCAS
Choose Exam type
UCAS Tariff
Grades / Points required

48

Details

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Previous study
Previous study
The most common A-levels taken by students who end up studying this subject at uni.
Source: HESA, 2018

DATA SOURCE: HESA

Education

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni

Religious Studies & Theology
29%
Sociology
25%
Psychology
18%
English Literature
17%
English Language & Literature
17%

Tuition fees

DATA SOURCE: UCAS/IDP Connect

For students from

England Scotland Wales Northern Ireland Channel Islands Rest of World
£9,250 per year
This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
Students from England Students from England Students from England
England Fees
This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note,this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
Students from Scotland Students from Scotland Students from Scotland
Scotland Fees
This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note,this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
Students from Wales Students from Wales Students from Wales
Wales Fees
This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note,this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
Students from Northern Ireland Students from Northern Ireland Students from Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland Fees
This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note,this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
Students from Channel Islands Students from Channel Islands
Channel Islands Fees
This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note,this fee has been confirmed.
More info: This course is unable to accept applications from international students at present.
Students from International International Students
International Fees
This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

Latest Learning Theory reviews

Learning Theory
Learning Theory
Childcare Skills
Primary Schools (General)
K
Kirsty
11 Jan 23
Early Years - Foundation Degree FdA
After struggling at college I wasn't sure if university was for me . But at newman I was made to feel welcomes and part...
Read more
K
Kimberley
11 Jan 23
Early Childhood Education and Care BA (Hons)
The student support is amazing throughout the...
Read more
Review breakdown
University rating
University rating
Students' union
Societies and Sports
University halls
Facilities
Lecturers and teaching quality
Local life
Career prospects
Student support
Location
Campus look and feel
Student life
Course rating
Course content
Work placements and internships
Tutor contact time
Subject facilities
University location
Cost of living
Safety
Public transport
Part-time work opportunities
Graduate employment opportunities
Diversity
Location
Safety
Room allocation
Internet/wifi
Value for money
Property management

How Learning Theory students rated:

Student rating
( 4.4) 52 reviews
5 star
52%
4 stars
35%
3 stars
13%
2 stars
0%
1 star
0%

How all students rated:

Student rating
( 4.2) 804 reviews
5 star
42%
4 stars
42%
3 stars
14%
2 stars
2%
1 star
0%
Search reviews that mention
Newman University, Birmingham
CUG ranking
125th
Student rating
This is the overall rating calculated by averaging all live reviews for this uni on Whatuni.
( 4.2)

Founded in 1968, Birmingham Newman University is a community-focused institution based in Bartley Green, Birmingham. It has built strong partnerships with many local businesses, charities and schools, making it an ideal choice for students wishing to gain practical experience during their degree. Birmingham Newman University offers foundation degrees alongside undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in a tranquil environment overlooking Bartley reservoir, outside Birmingham city centre. The small class sizes mean lecturers have plenty of time for every student, and help to build a friendly, community feel that garners positive reviews from both current and former students. The majority of students are school leavers, though mature students are also well-represented, with a number of degrees offered on both a full-time and part-time basis.

Where you'll study

Newman University, Birmingham

Genners Lane Bartley Green Birmingham B32 3NT United Kingdom Nearest train station: Northfield  1.4 miles away

Thinking of studying in Birmingham?

Check out our Birmingham city guide

loadingIcon
Early Childhood Education and Care (with Foundation Year) BA (Hons)
Newman University, Birmingham Early Childhood Education and Care (with Foundation Year) BA (Hons)
  • Undergraduate
  • HND / HNC
  • Foundation degree
  • Access & foundation
  • Postgraduate