Early Childhood Studies - MA

London Metropolitan University

Master

Distance

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Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Methodology

    Distance Learning

  • Duration

    1 Year

  • Online campus

    Yes

  • Delivery of study materials

    Yes

  • Support service

    Yes

  • Virtual classes

    Yes

The course is delivered by distance learning using an interactive online platform and individual academic support from tutors. As well as academic content, the interactive online platform includes podcasts, video, online discussions and links to identified reading – either as scanned chapters or through access to our wide range of online books and academic journals.

The early childhood studies team has a long history of developing an accessible study for the early childhood workforce. London Met was one of the first universities to offer an undergraduate programme designed for those working within the early childhood workforce both as a face-to-face and distance learning programme.

About this course

The course is underpinned by the following aims to:

develop a detailed understanding of current research and thinking in the field of early childhood
appraise research and theory continuously and reflect on its impact on early childhood provision and practice with an emphasis on students’ own professional practice
develop a sophisticated understanding of the historical, economic, social, cultural and political contexts which impact the lives of young children and their families
develop a comprehensive understanding of, and commitment to, issues of equality and diversity, social justice and advocacy in relation to the field of early childhood

a relevant honours degree (at least 2:2) and work within the early childhood workforce

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Subjects

  • Early Years
  • University
  • Contemporary issues
  • Childhood
  • Early Childhood
  • Approaches
  • Childhood Education
  • Care
  • Early Childhood Education and Care
  • Equality
  • Foundations of Being

Course programme

Modular structure

The modules listed below are for the academic year 2020/21 and represent the course modules at this time. Modules and module details (including, but not limited to, location and time) are subject to change over time.

Year 1 modules include:
  • Contemporary Issues in Early Childhood (core, 30 credits)
  • Distinctive Approaches in Early Childhood Education and Care (core, 30 credits)
  • Equality and Inclusion in Early Childhood (core, 30 credits)
  • Foundations of Being (core, 30 credits)
  • Research Methods and the Dissertation (core, 60 credits)

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Early Childhood Studies - MA

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