Applying to Norland
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How to apply to Norland
Whether you are a UK or international student, you should make your application to Norland through UCAS.
To make your UCAS application, you’ll need:
- Our institution code: N52
- Our course code: X310
- Our course name: BA (Hons) Early Childhood Education and Care
When to apply to Norland
You should submit your application ahead of the UCAS equal consideration deadline to be guaranteed equal consideration for a place at Norland.
If you apply after this deadline, we may not have any remaining spaces.
Important dates for 2026 entry
13 May 2025: You can register with UCAS and start your application from this date.
2 September 2025: You can submit your completed application through UCAS. This is the earliest point you can apply to Norland.
14 January 2026 (18:00 UK time): UCAS deadline for equal consideration. Please note that the UCAS deadline is earlier than in previous years.
6 May 2026: UCAS applicant decline by default deadline. If you have received all of your application decisions by 31 March, you must reply by 6 May, otherwise your application will be declined by default.
3 June 2026: UCAS applicant decline by default deadline. If you have received all of your application decisions by 13 May, you must reply by 3 June, otherwise your application will be declined by default.
Begin your application on UCAS
The application process
View UCAS key datesSeptember
Applications can be submitted up until the UCAS equal consideration deadline in January to begin your studies the following year (or for a deferred place), using the codes provided above.
November
If you meet our entry requirements, you will be invited to one of our interview sessions, which run from November until we close applications.
January
To ensure your application to Norland receives equal consideration, you must submit it before the UCAS equal consideration deadline.
April
Once you hold the offer of a place to study, you will be invited to submit a bursary application by the deadline to be considered for a means-tested award.
June
If you receive all your application decisions by May, you must reply to your offers by the UCAS June deadline, otherwise they will be declined by default.
August
A level/T level/Level 3 vocational technical qualification/SQA results are published in August and conditional offers will be either confirmed or declined, depending on your results.
Preparation for your application and interview
- Do your research by attending an open day, watching our Norland Unwrapped sessions and speaking to students via our website.
- Read the Norland Code of Professional Responsibilities.
- Gain childcare experience through volunteering, work experience or paid employment.
- Kindness and resilience are key attributes of a successful Norland Nanny. Resilience plays a vital role in managing the demands of childcare and supporting children’s development. Think of examples that demonstrate your resilience and consider how these experiences could support you during your training at Norland and in your future career as a Norland Nanny.
Writing your personal statement
We understand that you may be applying to other universities and courses and will be unable to specifically mention studying at Norland and your aspirations to become a Norland Nanny in your personal statement. If you’d like to tailor a personal statement to Norland, saying why you want to study with us, we will accept this additional statement which you can email directly to our admissions team. This will be considered alongside the rest of your application.
This additional personal statement should not exceed 4,000 characters. There is no requirement to follow the UCAS format; you are free to structure your additional Norland statement in any way that best reflects your experiences, motivations and aspirations. This is your opportunity to tell us why Norland is the right choice for you and to highlight any relevant experience or qualities that may not fit within the standard UCAS statement.
Watch our recent Norland Unwrapped: Applying to Norland below.
Watch Norland UnwrappedThe interview process
If you meet our entry requirements, you will be invited to Norland for an interview. The interview is in two parts. One part is a one-to-one interview with a member of staff where you will be asked about why you want to study at Norland and train to become a Norland Nanny. The interviewer will also ask you a question about the Norland Code of Professional Responsibilities. The second part will be a group interview along with 4-8 other applicants and 1-2 interviewers. We also invite students to bring a portfolio to showcase any relevant work if they wish.
Interviews are informal. We are looking to see your passion for making a difference in the lives of children and families. It is also a great opportunity to meet some of your potential classmates. If you are feeling a bit nervous ahead of your interview or looking for insight from students to help you prepare, please chat to our students who will be more than happy to answer your queries or email our admissions team.
Read our key information before you begin your application
Check our entry requirements
Before you apply, you’ll need to ensure you meet our academic and other entry requirements.
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Make sure you’re fully informed about our tuition fees and the other costs of studying at Norland.
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Information on our admissions policies including our Accreditation of Prior Learning and Fitness to Practise policies.
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