Overview

The MEd in Early Years Pedagogue at The University of Strathclyde is recognised by the Scottish Government, and many local authorities, as a qualification that provides the opportunity for the early years workforce to develop/strengthen their specialist knowledge of the early years.

Its blended approach to learning helps to support professional training and networking across local authorities, alongside practice-based assessments.

The course develops opportunities for you to view your work in nursery and early primary settings in Scotland, in line with contemporary research and international perspectives of what makes effective early years pedagogy.

The Early Years Pedagogue incorporates the need for teachers and practitioners to critically reflect on the adult’s role in developing and understanding young children’s learning journeys and narratives alongside recognising the vital role that the environment has to play in developing health, well-being and achievement.

You’ll study

The MEd programmes are part-time over three years. Students are expected to attain 60 credits per year resulting in 180 credits.

You’ll attend a two-day induction course on campus, followed by an introductory week which will be online.

The course is delivered through the web, using Myplace, the University’s virtual learning environment.

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Taking Action: Child, Family & Community Efficacy

Creating Stimulating Learning Environments: Indoors & Out

Listening to Children & Hearing their Voices

The Connected Child: Early Child Development

Leading in a Time of Change

Child-Centred & Child-Focused Approaches to Practitioner Research

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Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 36 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00

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More details

There’s no formal closing date for postgraduate applications

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

The Early Years Pedagogue is a specialist postgraduate route for General Teaching Council for Scotland registered teachers and SSSC registered educators with a Bachelor of Arts in Childhood Practice.
Equivalent qualifications, professional registration and experience will be considered for applicants outside of Scotland.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

2394 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

861 GBP / year

≈ 861 GBP / year

Additional Details

per 20 credit module

Funding

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Academic requirements

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