Education, Early Years

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Our programmes are informed by strong links with industry experts and visiting lecturers, ensuring our curriculum meets current market demand and offers placement opportunities. Our students are known as individuals and receive bespoke, individualised support from colleagues who take time to know their students. Working with lecturers who have a wealth of practical experience and expertise you will gain professional qualifications and invaluable skills for enhanced employability in a supportive environment.

We offer undergraduate degrees that are perfect if you are a school-leaver, returning to education, or if your career is already underway and you are seeking progression. Our extensive range of professional development opportunities, including initial teacher education programmes, masters and doctoral degrees, are ideal if you are seeking to achieve your ambitions and enhance your career. So, whether you are hoping to become a teacher, are already a teacher and looking to specialise, or are interested in the principles of education itself, we have education and teacher training courses suited to every stage of your career.

Our research courses and centres boast an impressive portfolio of expertise, significantly enhancing our programme development and strengthening our industry connections. At Bolton, we are committed to your personal and professional growth, preparing you to excel in your chosen career path with professionalism and distinction.

  • Lectures by qualified teachers, educators, community practitioners and youth workers helping you gain valuable insights in the field of education.
  • Small class sizes and creative assessment approaches ensures high qualtiy teaching in an immersive environment.
  • Our undergraduate courses include 180 hours of practical experience, gained on placements and projects.

Facilities

You will benefit from immersive nursery classrooms and modern teaching facilities designed to enhance your learning experience.

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Courses

Our courses equip you for a career in education and to shape the future of teaching, while also providing leadership and management techniques to prepare you for advanced roles such as team leading or management within the sector.

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Expertise

Guest lectures from practitioners in the sector provide additional knowledge and alternative viewpoints. Specialist tutors also provide another dimension to your learning. We work hard to ensure the course supports you in developing a multi-agency approach mindset.

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BA (Hons) Early Years Childhood Studies

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BA (Hons) Education and Learning

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BA (Hons) Early Years Childhood Studies (top-up)

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BA (Hons) Learning, Teaching and Assessment in Professional Practice (top-up)

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Cert Ed 14+ (Specialism) at the University of Bolton

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PGCE Secondary Computing (11-18)

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PGCE M 14+ (Specialism) - Postgraduate Level at the University of Bolton

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PGCE M 14+ Arts and Creative Practice - Postgraduate Level at the University of Bolton

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Cert Ed 14+ English and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) at the University of Bolton

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PGCE M 14+ English and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Postgraduate Level at the University of Bolton

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PGCE M 14+ Mathematics (Numeracy ) Postgraduate Level at the University of Bolton

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PGCE M 14+ Science and Technology - Postgraduate Level at the University of Bolton

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PGCE M 14+ Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Postgraduate Level at the University of Bolton

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PGCE M 14+ Sport and Outdoor Pursuits - Postgraduate Level at the University of Bolton

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Cert Ed Certificate of Education 14+ Mathematics (Numeracy) at the University of Bolton

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Cert Ed Certificate of Education 14+ Science and Technology at the University of Bolton

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Cert Ed Certificate of Education 14+ Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) at the University of Bolton

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Cert Ed Certificate of Education 14+ Sport and Outdoor Pursuits at the University of Bolton

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PGCE Secondary English (11-18)

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PGCE Secondary Mathematics (11-18)

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PGCE Secondary Modern Foreign Languages (11-18)

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MA Early Childhood Studies

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MA Educational Leadership

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MA Inclusive Education

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MEd Professional Development in Education

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MA Teaching and Learning in Higher and Professional Education (Advanced Standing)

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BA (Hons) Early Years Childhood Studies

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MRes Educational Leadership

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BA (Hons) Early Years Childhood Studies (top-up)

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BA (Hons) Learning, Teaching and Assessment in Professional Practice top-up Online

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BA (Hons) Learning, Teaching and Assessment in Professional Practice top-up Online

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Cert Ed 14+ (Specialism) at the University of Bolton

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PGCE M 14+ (Specialism) - Postgraduate Level at the University of Bolton

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PGCE M 14+ Science and Technology - Postgraduate Level at the University of Bolton

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PGCE M 14+ Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Postgraduate Level at the University of Bolton

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Cert Ed Certificate of Education 14+ Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) at the University of Bolton

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MA Early Childhood Studies

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MA Educational Leadership

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MA Global Educational Leadership (online)

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MA Inclusive Education

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MEd Professional Development in Education

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MEd Professional Development in Education (online)

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MA Teaching and Learning in Higher and Professional Education (Advanced Standing)

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PgCert Teaching and Learning in Higher and Professional Education

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PgCert Teaching and Learning in Higher and Professional Education (Online)

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EdD Doctor of Education

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EdD Professional Doctorate in Educational Leadership (Online)

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Dip(CPD) Introduction to Teaching and Learning (HE5)

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AdvDip(CPD) Advanced Coaching

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AdvDip(CPD) Advanced Mentoring

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AdvDip(CPD) Effective Practice in Teacher Education (HE7)

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AdvDip(CPD) Teaching and Supporting Learning in Higher and Professional Education

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BA (Hons) Education and Learning

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PGCE M 14+ (Specialism) - Postgraduate Level at Salford City College

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Cert Ed 14+ (Specialism) at Salford City College

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PGCE M 14+ Performance and Creative Arts - Postgraduate Level at Shockout Arts

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PGCE M 14+ Dance - Postgraduate Level at Shockout Arts

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PGCE M 14+ (Specialism) - Postgraduate Level at the Growth Company

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Cert Ed 14+ (Specialism) at the Growth Company

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BA (Hons) Education and Learning

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FdA Early Years Childhood Studies

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PGCE M 14+ Performance and Creative Arts - Postgraduate Level at Shockout Arts

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PGCE M 14+ Dance - Postgraduate Level at Shockout Arts

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PGCE M 14+ (Specialism) - Postgraduate Level at the Growth Company

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Cert Ed 14+ (Specialism) at the Growth Company

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Cert(CPD) Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector

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1st in the Northwest

Why Bolton?

The University of Bolton is ranked 1st in the Northwest for Teaching Quality and is a Top 30 Ranked Guardian University. Our industry leading tutors, and award-winning student satisfaction make us the friendly uni with a big reputation.

  • Qualifications to build your career
  • Helping you make valuable connections
  • Providing outstanding student support
  • Best-in-class courses, tutors and facilities
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In the North West for Teaching Quality The Times and Sunday Times 2023

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Top 30 Ranked University The Guardian 2024

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For Student Satisfaction the Complete University Guide 2024

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We have the answers to your questions, find all the advice and support in one place.

Part of the University of Bolton Group

Bolton college
Alliance learning
Anderton centre2
QQA Scheme Participant