Starting 06/09/2021
King's Lynn
Part-Time
Duration 6 years
Childhood Studies and Early Years
Adults Higher Education (UcWA)BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies - Part-Time
This exciting and fulfilling course is focused on developing your knowledge, skills and understanding of contemporary issues in the childhood studies sector. The course blends theory with practice as there is the expectation that you will complete a placement in an early years setting or school for the duration of your studies. The multi-disciplinary programme prepares students for careers in early years education and care or primary education as a teaching assistant or class teacher, family support, health and social services.
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Course Description
The three year degree programme is taught by a highly experienced, professional team with expertise in the fields of education and the early years sector. It draws on external practitioners and experts in the field to provide specialist input. You will have the opportunity to explore theoretical perspectives and work based practice through lectures, workshops, presentations, work-based projects, electronic discussions and assignments. There is a strong emphasis on the development of ICT, communication and presentation skills. With a full BA Hons degree and appropriate entry requirements, you could progress into primary teacher training or Early Years teacher training both of which would require a further year of study. Some students decide to continue their studies moving on to Masters level study in Education, Early Years or Social Work. Some students progress into management posts in early years settings or full day care.
Modules
Please note that all of the following modules are subject to change:
Year 1 & 2
Module name Credits Learning and Development 30 Play, Health and Wellbeing 30 Researching Childhood 30 Early Years Practice and Pedagogy 30 Year 3 & 4 (if applicable)
Module name Credits Supporting Childrens Learning 30 Safeguarding Children 30 Embracing Diversity 30 Early Years Practice, Policy and Professionalism 30 Year 5 & 6 (if applicable)
Module name Credits Undergraduate Project 30 Childrens Rights 30 Practitioner 3 30 Interdisciplinary Perspectives 30 -
Entry Requirements
You will need:
- 80 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 A-Levels or equivalent level 3 qualification
*5 GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, including English language.
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Evidence of working with young children
- An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
Learners who studied an Access to HE Diploma with 30 level 3 credits at Merit grade will also be considered.
International (EEA) applicants
International applicants from the European Economic Area (EEA) may be asked to complete IELTS and achieve a level 7 if there are significant doubts about an applicant's level to communicate. A NARIC statement of comparability will be required to translate grades into their UK equivalents.
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Course Fees
Fee information
Information about course fees and student finance can be found below.
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Additional Information
What qualification will I achieve?
BA Hons Early Childhood Studies
How is my course assessed?
Modular and work based assessments
