Norland offers world-class degree-based training for students aspiring to be the very best professional early years practitioners.
Established in 1892 as the first institution to provide early years education and training, Norland uniquely combines academic theory with extensive practical skills and a wealth of hands-on experience. Students pursue two distinct qualifications: a BA (Hons) degree in Early Childhood Education and Care, and the prestigious skills-based Norland Diploma.
Norland’s comprehensive and employability-focused training includes a value-added curriculum that teaches additional skills such as paediatric first aid, self-defence, cyber security, advanced driving skills and dedicated employment training. Norland’s extensive training is what sets its graduates apart and ensures high demand for fully qualified Norlanders, or Norland Nannies as graduates are known.
Norland was named the winner of the ‘Small or Specialist Provider’ award at the Whatuni Student Choice Awards (WUSCAs) in 2023. The award was Norland’s third WUSCA win and the sixth year in a row in the top two. In 2021, Norland was named the best university in the UK for enhanced graduate outcomes. In 2022, Norland won the Inspiring Course award at the UK’s Independent Higher Education Awards.
Graduates have outstanding employment prospects upon leaving and throughout their careers. Norland has its own dedicated employment agency, providing 100% employment through various opportunities to work with children and families around the world – earning among the highest average graduate salaries.
Norland is situated in historic Bath, a vibrant university city and a UNESCO world heritage site.
Norland students on Whatuni say:
“I have loved every moment of being at Norland so far. I felt as if I had joined a community within the first week, and I know I have made some friends for life at Norland. There is so many different opportunities from BA lectures, to sewing, food and nutrition, and placements at nurseries, schools, maternity wards and families. The lecturers are so supportive to all students. I have loved everything about Norland so far and I’ve only been here for 6 months.”
“Norland has amazing student support from all staff which is accessible whenever a student may need additional help. The lectures are engaging using a variety of teaching methods and environments. The staff listen to what the students may wish to adapt such as including breaks in lectures. Overall, Norland is incredibly supportive as well as encouraging.”
“I adore Norland, it’s such a close-knit family feel with so much support. There’s such a big focus on wellbeing, especially with the cost of living crisis, so much has been set up to support students.”
Many courses at Norland offer an opportunity to do a work placement or sandwich year. These opportunities will help you develop your employability skills, and the careers department is also on hand to offer personal support.
As well as a wide range of courses on offer, Norland also has loads of clubs and societies you can join during your studies. Joining societies is just one of the many ways you can tailor your experience at Norland to suit you.
With a degree in a subject you love, you'll find more doors opening to jobs you'll love. Studies have also shown that graduates earn more on average compared to non-graduates.
If you want to continue to pursue education, you'll be able to progress to postgraduate study once you've got your undergraduate degree. You could opt to study a master's, or even get a PhD.
Living in uni halls means you'll have access to communal areas including kitchen and dining facilities. These facilities offer you plenty of opportunity to socialise with the students you're living with.
You'll also find all bills are included in your rent, and yes, that includes WiFi. Rent also covers security and maintenance. There are accessible rooms available in halls that have been adapted for disabled students.
