Course overview
BA (Hons) Early Childhood Education and Care degree and Norland Diploma is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course at Norland University of Early Childhood in Bath, United Kingdom. It takes 3 years full time, plus a paid Newly Qualified Nanny year, with intakes in September.
Norland University of Early Childhood is a private institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Norland University of Early Childhood (Private) |
|---|---|
| Location | Bath, United Kingdom |
| Course | BA (Hons) Early Childhood Education and Care degree and Norland Diploma |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Duration | 3 years full time, plus a paid Newly Qualified Nanny year |
| Tuition per year | £21,697 (≈ ₹26.5 lakh) |
| Intakes | September |
| English requirement | IELTS for UKVI (Academic) 6.0 overall with 6.0 in each component |
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Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is £21,697 a year, about ₹26.5 lakh. Over 3 years that is roughly £65,091 (≈ ₹79.4 lakh) before any yearly increase.
2027/28 international (Student visa) fee for the year. Fees for 2028/29 and later may rise by up to 5% a year. No tuition fee for the Newly Qualified Nanny year. Uniform about £1,000 over three years
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In GBP | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Student apartments (city centre, wifi included)2026/27; 51-week contract; other bills extra | £851–943per month | ≈ ₹1 lakh – ₹1.2 lakh |
| Flats and houses from private landlords2026/27; bills extra | £650–925per month | ≈ ₹79,300 – ₹1.1 lakh |
| Purpose-built student accommodation (all bills included)2026/27 | £1,041per month | ≈ ₹1.3 lakh |
Living costs for the UK as a whole: £12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsCareer outcomes
Graduate employment
86%
In work or further study 15 months after the course
Highly skilled jobs
15%
In highly skilled work 15 months after the course
Average (median) salary
£30,000
≈ ₹36.6 lakh a year
Typical range £26,000–37,000
Eligibility
General entry requirements at Norland University of Early Childhood for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- A minimum of 96 UCAS points or an equivalent qualification. Norland checks overseas qualifications against UK ENIC; ask Norland how it reads Class 12 results.
- Five GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, including English Language and Maths, or equivalents.
- You must be 18 or over by enrolment. Childcare experience and an interview count towards the decision.
- Offers depend on an Enhanced DBS check and a police certificate from any country you lived in during the last five years.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS for UKVI (Academic) 6.0 overall with 6.0 in each component.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS | IELTS for UKVI (Academic) 6.0 overall with at least 6.0 in each component. |
| Other tests | Norland asks for a Secure English Language Test (SELT) for the Student visa; ask its Visa Manager about equivalents to IELTS. |
| Class 12 English | Norland's pages do not mention a Class 12 English waiver. |
Intakes
This course starts in: September.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in the UKHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply through UCAS and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for the UK, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets
- IELTS for UKVI (Academic) result
- Police certificate from India (and any other country lived in during the last five years)
Scholarships
Emily Ward Bursary
UG
Value: £10,000 a year (up to five awards); partial award of £5,000 a year (up to eight awards)
New first-year UK and international students with a household income of £42,875 or less; preference for widening participation criteria. Apply by 9 April 2027 with an offer.
Official pageEmily Ward Uniform Bursary
UG
Value: £500, one-off in the first year (at least 10 awards)
New first-year UK and international students.
Official pageRoyal Commonwealth Society, Bath and District Branch Scholarship
UG
Value: Up to £500, one-off
New first-year students whose main residence is in an overseas Commonwealth country, such as India.
Official page
About Norland University of Early Childhood
Norland, founded in Bath in 1892 by Emily Ward, calls itself the world's first university dedicated to early childhood. It teaches one undergraduate programme: a BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Education and Care taken alongside the practical Norland Diploma, which leads to the title Norland Nanny.
Norland says it welcomes a small number of international students each year on a Student visa. The degree takes three years, followed by a fourth year in paid full-time work as a Newly Qualified Nanny, for which international graduates apply for the Graduate visa. Its MA is distance learning only, so it is not listed here.
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FAQs
What is the fee for BA (Hons) Early Childhood Education and Care degree and Norland Diploma at Norland University of Early Childhood?
The tuition for international students is £21,697 a year (about ₹26.5 lakh). 2027/28 international (Student visa) fee for the year. Fees for 2028/29 and later may rise by up to 5% a year. No tuition fee for the Newly Qualified Nanny year. Uniform about £1,000 over three years. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is BA (Hons) Early Childhood Education and Care degree and Norland Diploma?
The course takes 3 years full time, plus a paid Newly Qualified Nanny year.
What English score do I need?
IELTS for UKVI (Academic) 6.0 overall with 6.0 in each component. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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