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Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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Location
Main Site
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
15-SEP-25
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Duration
3 Years
Course summary
Take a fresh look at childhood. Explore the theory and reality of children's early years through a variety of perspectives including sociology, social psychology, history, and philosophy. Develop a well-rounded view of childhood and a clear understanding of potential career paths within this dynamic field. This innovative course encourages critical thinking, fosters innovation, and provides practical insights to navigate the complexities of working with children during their formative years.Engage with young children and their families in the Work Based Learning module, operating in various settings according to your preferences; for example, children's charities, family centres, child development centres, family work within prisons, and women's rehabilitation centres. Or opt for the Work Based Learning Plus module to attain professional recognition in a nursery, primary school, or special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) school environment.- Explore the relationships between play and learning in your own studies as well as in child development.- Expand your options beyond traditional teaching and open up further career opportunities in education, social care, community work, psychology, management and research.- See for yourself how theories and policies are applied in practice by visiting a wide range of provision for children and families.- Learn on the job during the work-based learning placement. You will gain the practical skills employers are looking for.- Opportunities to extend your early years practice through assessment in placement; gaining valuable experience in working with children and families.- Take a broader view of children’s development by studying the subject in practical, historical and international contexts. - Develop essential skills through a variety of coursework-based assessments – from essays, surveys and child observations to group presentations and video commentaries. - Learn from experienced lecturers and tutors who are actively engaged in national and international research projects.- Make the most of the opportunities presented by being part of a department that has strong links with universities in Europe, Canada, Africa and the USA and through the International Students’ Exchange Programme.
Application deadline
29 January
Tuition fees
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£ 17,100per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
Entry requirements
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QUALIFICATION TYPE
- A level
- Scottish Advanced Higher
- UCAS Points
- AS
- Access to HE Diploma
- Extended Project
- International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
- Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
- T Level
- Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
A level :
96-112 UCAS points including a minimum of 2 A Levels. Preference for social science/ health & social care/ early years/ childcare qualifications but others are considered.
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