Bachelor in Childhood And Education Studies Top-Up

Tuition costs 9,487 USD per year.

The Graduate Practice in a Simulated Learning Environment module gives you a virtual placement where you manage safeguarding disclosures, classroom accidents and conflict situations, providing experience that would be hard to find elsewhere.

The top-up degree is aimed at learners who already hold a relevant HND, foundation degree or Level 5 diploma in early years or childcare and wish to upgrade to a BA (Hons) while keeping employment or family commitments. It builds on your existing knowledge of child development and prepares you for roles such as SENCO, family support worker or education administrator.

• Flexible fully online delivery, part-time over one year (three semesters)
• No written exams; assessment is 100 % coursework including a dissertation
• Accredited BA (Hons) top-up degree awarded by University College Birmingham
• Simulated learning environment module that replicates industry scenarios
• Ranked third in the UK for overall student satisfaction in the 2026 National Student Survey

University College Birmingham, established in 1957 and located in the vibrant city of Birmingham, is a professionally oriented institution with a strong focus on applied learning and employability. Hosting around 7,500 students, including approximately 1,400 from outside the UK, the college is known for practical courses in business, hospitality, engineering and the creative industries that prepare graduates for immediate entry into the workforce.

Teaching at University College Birmingham emphasizes industry relevance, hands-on projects and close links with employers. Small class sizes and career-focused modules support skill development from day one, while staff with professional experience provide mentoring and guidance. Students benefit from city-centered placements, enterprise initiatives and opportunities to gain professional qualifications alongside academic study.

International students will find tailored support for admissions, English language development and transition to student life in the UK. Central Birmingham offers extensive cultural and transport connections, affordable accommodation options and diverse internship possibilities across the West Midlands. The college also provides careers services, student wellbeing resources and practical advice on visas and part-time work, helping learners move confidently from study into rewarding careers.