Studying Childhood at NTU, you’ll broaden your understanding of holistic development, learning and children’s earliest experiences as you explore childhood from birth up to 14 years.
You'll have the opportunity to gain valuable experience and apply the ideas explored on the courses when you take part in placements and volunteering opportunities.
Proud to be top 15 in the UK for Childhood and Youth (Complete University Guide, 2026), our courses open the door to a variety of careers with children and young people - within education, social and health services, community work and other diverse support work.
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Top reasons to choose NTU
1) Our state-of-the-art facilities
You'll be learning in Ada Byron King, the home to Nottingham Institute of Education. Here you'll be part of our community of practitioners and professionals - learning from and supporting each other to make a positive difference in society.
2) Our placement opportunities
You’ll be well prepared for the world of work with our extensive network of partnerships in a wide range of settings. There’s even the chance to take your placement overseas.
3) Our academic and student community
Whichever course you're interested in pursuing, you'll be taught by academics with extensive experience of working with children and young people across a range of sectors.
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Fees and funding
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Accommodation
We make accommodation easy. Our halls of residence are secure, inclusive of all bills, and within easy reach of campuses and amenities, giving you more time to focus on your studies, settling in, and making friends.
Student life
University is about so much more than just your studies. Everything’s on offer here — there’s sport, art, music, food, and so much more.