FdA Early Years
About this course
FdA Early Years is a two-year undergraduate education degree focused on professional practice in early childhood settings. Core topics include Research Methods. The course combines academic study with required work-based learning and workplace mentoring. The first year covers core foundations through Developing Attributes of an Education Professional, Child Development and Wellbeing, Curriculum, Teaching and Learning, Children, Families and Social Justice, Reflection in Practice, and Special Educational Needs & Disabilities. The second year expands into global and societal themes with Growing up Global, Diversity in practice, Families and Communities, Unlocking creativity, Research in practice, and Values in Practice.
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Entry requirements
UCAS tariff points: 64-96. Three A-levels at grades DDE-CCC Or BTEC triple grades MPP-MMM Access to HE Diplomas accepted with credits in line with UCAS tariff point range T Level - Pass (D or E) - Pass (C and above) GCSE Grade C or 4 English Language or an acceptable equivalent qualification 10 hours per week of relevant paid or voluntary work, and have the support and involvement of your employer. Commitment to equality and to developing anti-discriminatory approaches in practice. Access to the internet for online learning. All applicants must have an informal conversation (either in person or on the phone) with a course tutor. Applicants with other qualifications and/or experience will be considered on an individual basis. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and students. All students are expected to share this commitment and demonstrate consistently high standards of personal and professional conduct. We will accept 2 AS levels in lieu of one A level but must be accompanied by 2 A Levels or BTECs (General Studies is excluded).
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What students say
Based on about 19 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 93%
- Learning opportunities: 93%
- Assessment and feedback: 88%
- Academic support: 96%
- Organisation and management: 96%
- Learning resources: 94%
- Student voice: 93%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 5 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 25%
- Further study: 15%
Most common jobs
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 35%
- Teaching Professionals: 25%
- Other Educational Professionals: 15%
- Welfare and housing associate professionals: 15%
- Customer service occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 100%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 20 graduates, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- South West: 100%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 70%
- Other qualifications: 15%
- No formal qualifications: 15%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Developing Attributes of an Education Professional
- Child Development and Wellbeing
- Curriculum, Teaching and Learning
- Children, Families and Social Justice
- Reflection in Practice
- Special Educational Needs & Disabilities
- Growing up Global
- Diversity in practice
- Families and Communities
- Unlocking creativity
- Research in practice
- Values in Practice
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of FdA Early Years at Plymouth Marjon University earn?
The median salary is £18,000 after 3 years, £19,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £14,000 and £33,000. The £19,500 median after five years is £4,500 less than the UK median for Education.
What do graduates of FdA Early Years at Plymouth Marjon University do next?
100% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on FdA Early Years at Plymouth Marjon University?
93% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for FdA Early Years at Plymouth Marjon University?
The typical offer is DDE at A level.
How many students continue on FdA Early Years at Plymouth Marjon University?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.