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Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Early Childhood Care, Health and Education

Atlantic Technological University - Donegal

Letterkenny — Letterkenny, County of Donegal, Ireland

Study Level
Undergraduate · 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
September 2027
Tuition Fee
EUR 12,000
Application Fee
None listed
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Post-study work: Check current immigration rules
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

The Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Early Childhood Care, Health & Education is a four-year degree course that equips graduates with the necessary competencies to work with young children and their families. It is an invigorating and exciting career path. The Bachelor of Science (Hons) programme is delivered with theory lectures, practical work, and group tutorial classes, adopting a spiral curriculum approach. This method progressively builds on the student’s capacity as an Early Childhood Manager and Educator, assessor and facilitator of young children’s learning and development through play. Modules are informed by national and international research and policy, contemporary issues, and evidence-based practice in the field of Early Childhood Education and Care. With the most up to date discussions and debates facilitated helping to strengthen the student’s knowledge, understanding and skills to become an Advanced Graduate Educator. Assessment is through a variety of means to include authentic assessment that relates to the real working world. Practice Placement is an integral part of the students experience where the student has opportunity to apply theory to practice and enhance their skillset in Pedagogical Leadership through reflective practice. The programme has been strategically aligned to assist the student in meeting criterion outlined in national and international Guidelines (EU Quality Framework for ECEC, The Early Years Inspectorate Quality and Regulatory Framework). The programme modules aim to deliver discipline specific content in preparation for a national Workforce Plan for Early Learning and Care and School-Age Childcare: ‘Nurturing Skills’ (DCEDIY, 2022-2028).
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Credential
4-Year Bachelor's Degree
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
EUR 12,000
Application fee
None listed
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

Scholarships are competitive and may change, close or be withdrawn. Eagle Link does not guarantee that any student will receive a scholarship.

Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
September 2027, September 2028, September 2029
Application deadline
Confirm with Eagle Link
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Letterkenny

Letterkenny, County of Donegal, Ireland

Port Road

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

Post-study work: Check current immigration rules

Immigration rules change. Confirm current rules with the relevant government authority or with Eagle Link before applying.

Eagle Link does not guarantee visa approval and does not make immigration decisions.

About the Institution

With campuses in Donegal, Sligo, Mayo, and Galway, the Atlantic Technological University serves a diverse community of learners, staff, and organisations and offers a unique blend of academic excellence, research innovation, and quality of life. ATU is on the path to becoming a hub of talent attraction, education, and retention. They are committed to bolstering economic, social, and cultural development across the west, northwest, and cross-border areas. The university's collaborative ethos drives them to deliver practical, solution-oriented education and research that directly addresses globa...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.