FdA Early Childhood Education at Lincoln Bishop University

Programme overview

Our FdA Early Childhood Education course is designed for those working or volunteering with children 0-8 years in the voluntary, private and independent early years sector or a foundation unit in a school. This course is also for nannies, child minders and those working in Children’s Centres with families of young children.

Duration: 2 years | Study mode: full-time / blended | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Lincoln, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1: Tools for Learning, Exploring Educational Contexts, Individual in Society, Working Together in Practice. Year 2: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Personal and Professional Development, Supporting Learning and Assessment in Early Childhood Education, Practitioner Research.

Career pathways

Many of our students in this programme are employed as Teaching Assistants, early years practitioners, nannies, and childminders. They actively contribute to educational outcomes for children, playing pivotal roles in facilitating informal and formal learning opportunities.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typically, a minimum of one year’s experience in practice. Minimum of two days a week (minimum of 12 hours per week accumulating to 360 hours per year of study in a relevant role, either as an employee or a volunteer). Typically a Level 3 Diploma, NVQs, access to HE programmes, subject/vocational qualifications. Written support from the head teacher/workplace manager in which the applicant works or volunteers.

Domestic applicants: GBP 7,343 a year (2026/27). Foundation degree full-time rate from the university fee table. Source

International applicants: GBP 10,790 a year (2026/27). Foundation degree full-time rate from the university fee table. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 2 years

Apply through the official page: https://digital.ucas.com/coursedisplay/courses/6fc3b764-3f77-4a3b-bd48-2bc818127015?academicYearId=2026

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