BA (Hons) Early Childhood and History

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants should have successfully completed their secondary education with a minimum overall score of 75% or equivalent in their respective country's grading system.

English language proficiency: 

• IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.0 or 6.5 with no individual component below 5.5.
• TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 80, with at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 17 in Speaking, and 20 in Writing.
• PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 59 with no individual score below 51.
• Some programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Liverpool Hope University offers various scholarships and financial support options to international students, recognizing their academic excellence and potential. These scholarships aim to make higher education more accessible and affordable for international students. 

International Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international undergraduate and postgraduate students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement. The scholarship is worth up to £2,000 and is awarded based on academic merit.

Vice-Chancellor's International Attainment Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to high-achieving international undergraduate students who have achieved exceptional academic results. The scholarship is worth up to £3,000 and is based on academic performance.

Partnership Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University has established partnerships with various institutions worldwide. Through these partnerships, international students may be eligible for specific scholarships or fee reductions when applying to Liverpool Hope University. 

Country-Specific Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University offers scholarships tailored to students from specific countries or regions. These scholarships may vary in terms of eligibility criteria, funding amount, and application process.

External Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University encourages international students to explore external scholarship opportunities offered by governments, organizations, and foundations in their home countries or other sources. The university provides guidance and support to students in identifying and applying for these external scholarships.

It is important to note that the availability, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines for scholarships may vary from year to year.

Graduating with a BA (Hons) in Early Childhood and History from Liverpool Hope University offers a broad spectrum of career opportunities where graduates can blend their expertise in early childhood education with historical knowledge and skills. 

Early Years Educator: Graduates can pursue careers as early years educators, working in nurseries, preschools, or early years settings. They integrate historical themes and stories into their teaching, fostering children's understanding of the past and promoting historical literacy through storytelling, role-playing, and hands-on activities.

Museum Educator: Graduates can become museum educators, working in museums, heritage sites, or cultural organizations. They develop and deliver educational programs and workshops that engage children and families with historical artifacts, exhibitions, and collections, fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and appreciation for history.

Historical Interpreter: Graduates can work as historical interpreters in living history museums, historic sites, or reenactment groups. They portray historical characters, lead guided tours, and engage visitors of all ages in immersive and interactive experiences that bring history to life, providing educational and entertaining insights into the past.

Heritage Officer: Graduates can pursue careers as heritage officers or coordinators, working for heritage organizations, local councils, or government agencies. They plan and oversee heritage projects, manage historical sites and collections, and develop educational resources and interpretation materials that promote public engagement with local history and heritage.

Archivist or Curator: Graduates can work as archivists or curators in archives, libraries, or cultural institutions. They acquire, preserve, and catalog historical documents, photographs, and artifacts, and make them accessible to researchers, educators, and the public, contributing to the preservation and dissemination of historical knowledge and heritage.

Historical Researcher: Graduates can pursue careers as historical researchers, working in academia, research institutes, or private organizations. They conduct archival research, analyze historical sources, and publish findings in academic journals or reports, contributing to the understanding of historical events, processes, and narratives.

Educational Consultant: Graduates can become educational consultants, providing expertise and support to schools, museums, or heritage organizations. They develop curriculum materials, design educational programs, and deliver professional development workshops for educators, integrating historical content and methodologies into early childhood education practice.

Community Historian: Graduates can work as community historians, documenting and preserving local history and heritage. They collaborate with community groups, conduct oral history interviews, and organize exhibitions or events that celebrate and commemorate local historical figures, events, and landmarks, fostering a sense of pride and identity within communities.