Master in Xianyang Normal University

Tuition comes to 18,500 GBP per year.

Graduates of this collaborative programme are well-positioned to pursue careers in early years education, child advocacy, social policy development, and family support services. By integrating international perspectives with local educational practices, students develop the nuanced understanding of child development and pedagogical frameworks necessary to thrive in diverse professional environments.

A Joint Academic Venture

This BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies is a franchise programme delivered in partnership between London Metropolitan University and Xianyang Normal University. Fully approved by the Chinese Ministry of Education, this course combines the academic rigour of a UK undergraduate degree with the practical educational focus of a prominent Shaanxi-based institution.

Students benefit from a curriculum that bridges global standards in early years practice with the specific societal and educational requirements of the Chinese context. The programme is specifically suited for those aiming to become leaders in early childhood education, drawing on the combined expertise of the London Met School of Social Sciences and Professions and the teacher training heritage of Xianyang Normal University.

London Metropolitan University is an urban university formed through merger in 2002 and based across central London campuses, including Holloway, Aldgate and Shoreditch. Serving over twelve thousand students, the university focuses on inclusive education, employability and applied research that responds to the needs of a global city. Its central location gives students direct access to London’s cultural institutions, businesses and creative industries.

The curriculum spans business, arts, media, law, education and social sciences with programs designed to combine academic study and vocational skills. London Met emphasizes research in areas such as social justice, public health and the environment, and provides industry-linked learning through placements and professional partnerships. Students benefit from practical workshops, studio spaces and employer-focused projects that build portfolios and workplace readiness.

International students join a diverse community representing many countries and receive dedicated services for admissions, visa guidance and academic support. The university’s commitment to widening participation creates a welcoming environment with additional mentoring and career guidance. Living and studying in London offers unparalleled internship and networking opportunities, and graduates leave with practical experience and city-based connections that support transition into professional roles both locally and internationally.