About Early Childhood Studies, BA (hons) in Swansea University
Early Childhood Studies offers a holistic approach to understanding children from birth to eight years. It marks the importance of early childhood as a significant period in life which is the basis for a life-long-learning, where children are viewed as capable and competent members of society.
WHY EARLY CHILDHOOD STUDIES AT SWANSEA?
You will learn how to support children and recognise them as being at the centre of families, communities and the wider socio-economic world. You will study diversity, the uniqueness of each child and how Early Childhood professionals can support children in difficult situations such as those suffering from trauma and in social crisis. ECS currently has an increasingly significant high profile internationally at government level and within international organisations, where children’s rights, health, well-being and social problems have attracted much attention due to recent global movements and the refugee crisis. The course aims to provide specific education and training for those wanting to work with infants, toddlers and young children in a professional capacity.
Early Childhood Studies at Swansea is a flexible degree offering a wide-range of specialist modules that allow you to tailor your future career goals while developing your individual interests. You will learn about the best ways to support children and families and community connections.
You will have the opportunity to undertake work placements in organisations such as schools, local authorities, businesses and charities to enhance your student experience and your career prospects.
Our Early Childhood graduates enter careers including:
- Early Years Teaching
- Family and Community Support Workers
- Teaching Assistants
- Postgraduate study
You will need an additional study for some careers, such as Initial Teacher Education (ITE) or Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) qualification to become a teacher.
For applicants whose first language is not English we require a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent).
Typically we recognise a 75% average in Standard XII .
This can be awarded by:
- Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
- Council for the Indian School Certificate (CISCE)
- National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS)
- Various state boards
- Autonomous schools
Actual grades required will vary depending on exam board.
Swansea University Highlights
| Type of learning |
On-campus |
| Type of degrees |
Bachelors, Masters |
| No. of campuses |
2 |
| Application Season |
Various intakes round the year |
| On-campus housing |
Available |
| Financial Aid |
Available as Scholarships and Awards |
| Work Study |
Available for international students |
Swansea University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
An estimated budget for aspirants consisting of expenses like accommodation, travel and stay required to study in the UK is as compiled below. Note that an annual budget for undergraduates and graduates of the university is approximately 7500 GBP and 9500 GBP, respectively.
Swansea University Tuition Fee
The tuition fees vary from course to course for both graduate and undergraduate degrees. Fee for some of the course is:
- Social Work & Graduate Entry in Medicine (GEM): 9,000 GBP.
- Nursing, Midwifery, Paramedic Science and Healthcare courses: 9,000 GBP.
- Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL): 7950 GBP.
Swansea University Cost of living
Other expenses apart from the tuition fee are as mentioned below.
Private Residence Costs
| Expenditure |
Cost per week |
Cost per academic year (40 weeks) |
| Rent |
80.00 – 110.00 |
3200.00 – 4400.00 |
| Meals |
- |
2,000 to 3,000 |
| Contents Insurance |
2.75 |
110.00 |
| Broadband |
4.60 |
184.00 |
| Travel Costs |
9.00 |
360.00 |
Swansea University Course Costs
| Course Costs |
Costs per Week |
Cost per academic year (40 weeks) |
| Books |
8.36 |
334.40 |
| Printing and Binding |
1.10 |
44.00 |
| Course Equipment |
1.75 |
70.00 |
| Field Trips |
1.35 – 30.00 |
54.00 – 1200.00 |
