Early Childhood Studies BA (Hons)
Bachelor's degree
In Birmingham
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Birmingham
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Duration
3 Years
Early childhood is viewed as the most formative period of our lives, shaping the foundations for our whole future. If you are passionate about working with young children and their families, our Early Childhood Studies (Graduate Practitioner) degree will give you the knowledge and experience to become a highly qualified graduate practitioner and open the doors to a rewarding career helping to meet the needs of children.
One of the first UK degrees to incorporate the new Graduate Practitioner Competencies status, our early childhood course will assess you in nine key areas and grant you a licence to practise in a variety of areas within the sector when you graduate, as well as helping you stand out among the competition. You will learn about key characteristics of childhood, wider issues around development and how to help children grow by creating new learning opportunities such as play-based learning.
Combining theory with practice, our Early Childhood Studies degree also allows you to acquire extensive work experience on placements throughout your course, as well as going on visits to experience different childhood approaches first-hand. On top of this, you will have the chance to gain additional qualifications ranging from Makaton training to Paediatric First Aid, plus additional enrichment opportunities such as introductory Lego therapy and baby massage sessions, equipping you with a wealth of skills by the end of your studies.
If your calling is to become a teacher, you can progress onto our PGCE Primary Education QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) postgraduate course, specialising in working with children aged 3-7 or 5-11.
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Career opportunities
Note: Some roles below may require further study/training. The roles and salaries below are intended as a guide only.
Family support worker (graduate)
Mental health nurse
Social worker (NHS)
Learning mentor
Early years teacher/primary school teacher
Special educational needs coordinator (SENCO)
Entry requirements
Early Childhood Studies BA (Hons)
A-levels: An A-level grade profile of CCC-CDD.
BTEC: A BTEC grade profile of MMM-MMP. This can be achieved from either an Extended Diploma or a combination of smaller BTEC qualifications.
Tariff: Other Level 3 qualifications are accepted for entry. A minimum of 96-80 UCAS Tariff points will be required.
Access to Higher Education Diploma: 96-80 UCAS Tariff points including a minimum of 15 Level 3 credits at Distinction.
GCSEs: GCSE/IGCSE English language and maths grades A*-C/9-4 or equivalent.
University College Birmingham works with a wide range of organisations to ensure you receive the best possible training and qualifications recognised by industry.
WORK PLACEMENTS – From day care and nurseries to primary school mentoring and special education, gain real-life experience on a variety of placements throughout your degree
ENRICHMENT – Widen your skills with enrichment opportunities such as Lego therapy, Makaton training, baby massage, paediatric first aid and food hygiene
INDUSTRY APPROVED – Our course includes the Graduate Practitioner Competencies developed by the ECSDN (now included in the QAA Early Childhood Studies Subject Benchmark Statements with practice at Level 6 recognised by the DfE)
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Subjects
- Children’s
- Early Years
- Play
- Framework
- Introduction
- Nurturing
- Health
- Wellbeing
- Learning
- Diversity
- Equality
- Growth
- Development
- Philosophy
Course programme
YEAR 1
Core Modules
- Equality, Diversity and Inclusive Play
- Growth, Learning and Development
- Introduction to the Early Years Framework
- Nurturing Children's Health and Well-being
- Pioneers, Pedagogy and Philosophy
- The Child in Society
Core Modules
- Child Protection and Safety in Practice
- Developing Research
- Effective Leadership and Management Skills
- SEND within the Early Years Sector
- Theoretical Perspectives of Child Development
- Children of the Future
- Creativity and Play in the Early Years
- Transitions of Childhood
Core Modules
- Dissertation (SEHC)
- Enhancing Employability for Graduate Practice
- Leading and Managing Systems
- Children's Voice
- Pedagogical Leadership in Play
- Socio-Historical Aspect of Childhood
Teaching
In light of COVID-19, we have made some changes to the way we deliver our teaching. We are continually following the guidelines and measures put in place by the UK Government to ensure our students and staff are safe on campus, whilst remaining committed to providing high-quality education. The information below explains how teaching will take place in semester 2 (or semester 1 for those joining us in January) for each level/year of this course.
- Level 4
- Level 5
Estimated breakdown of assessment for this degree course:
- Coursework – 100%
Additional information
UK/EU students
If you are a UK/EU student enrolling on a full-time foundation degree or a BA/BSc in 2020/21, your fee for this academic year will be £9,250 per each full year. A half year tuition fee is £4,625. UK/EU students do not pay tuition fees for any placement periods.
International students
If you are an international student enrolling on a a full-time foundation degree or a BA/BSc in 2020/21, your fee for this academic year will be £11,500 per year.
If you complete a placement year, there will be an administration fee of £500 for a full year, or £250 for a half-year placement.
Early Childhood Studies BA (Hons)