BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies

This course is designed for people with suitable Level 3 qualification, GCSE at grade C in English, Maths and Science and a clear CRB.

The aim of this course is to provide students with the knowledge and skills to take up a variety of roles within early years settings.

The degree is run over a 3 year period, with a wide range of modules studied:

Year 1
- Learning and Knowledge construction
- Child Observation for Learning and Research
- The Developing Child
- Social and Emotional Foundations
- Early Childhood Pedagogy and play

Year 2
- Researching Childhood
- Curriculum and Early Childhood
- Risk and Resilience in Early Childhood
- Diversity in Early Childhood
- The emergent Professional

Year 3
- Undergraduate Major Project
- Early Years Settings: Issues and Context
- Leadership and Management in Early Years
- Children's Rights: National and International Contexts

The full-time course involves 1 daytime session and 1 evening session over 4 semesters, and practical training for the remainder of the week. The full-time mode has been designed for those who have had at least 2 years early years work experience although may not currently be working in the industry. The course can also be studied part-time.

This course is subject to validation.

Entry Requirements:

Interview required

- Applicants must be aged 18 or over
- A levels in suitable subjects equivalent to 200 UCAS points (please note AS level points are not counted towards the tariff required for this programme)
- 5 GCSEs at grade C or above including English, maths and science

Assessment:

Modular and work based assessments.

Progression from this course:

The course is recognised by the Department for Education and Skills (DFES) and thus the early years field, this qualification could aid progression to a senior practitioners role. Associated careers are within nursing, schools, and the early years environment. This course can also be used as a pathway to a full-degree in relevant subjects.

Locations:

King's Lynn Campus - PE30 2QW

Duration:

3 Years

Start times:

September 2013

How to Apply:

For full time courses please apply via UCAS. For part time courses you will need to apply online using the part time higher education application form.

Course Costs:

Tuition fees for 2013-14 are as follows: Full-time - £6500; Part-time - pro rata (usually 50% of full-time fee).

Additional Information:

For more information, contact student services: King's Lynn - 01553 761144 Isle - 01945 582561; Cambridge - 01223 860701

Please note: Students are expected to purchase key texts where these are set out in module guides or unit specifications. Anglia Ruskin University have an extensive digital library that provides on and off-campus access to databases, e-journals and e-books which you will be able to access.

UCAS Info:

• - Code: X310
• - Course Title: BA/ECS
• - Institution Code: W35
• - Institution Name: WESTA