Education (Early Years) - MA

The MA in Education (Early Years) is designed specifically for practitioners working in the early years sector and can be studied part-time alongside and in support of your day-to-day role. Each module builds upon the experience and knowledge that you bring from your professional outlook....

Essential requirements Applicants will normally be expected to have an undergraduate degree and be in current employment (paid or voluntary) in an early years service or setting. However, we recognise that the early years sector includes many individuals who have positions of responsibility without having followed the traditional academic route. Therefore we also welcome applicants who can demonstrate 'graduateness' - that is, they have have developed equivalent qualities, skills and understanding, and can bring significant professional knowledge and experience to the programme. This is determined via a written assessment. We will accept RPL applications on this route prior to enrolment.

UK students: £900 per 20 credits

UK/Home: £900 per 20 credits

September 2026

We advise you to apply early to allow sufficient time for you to prepare to start your studies in September. Please apply by Friday 17 July to allow time to arrange accommodation, student finance and visas where required. Late applications will be accepted where places are still available. To find out more, see our application timeline.

• CREC (Centre for Research in Early Childhood), United Kingdom