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Early Childhood Studies (Graduate Practitioner)

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UCAS Code: X4GP | Bachelor of Arts - BA

Entry requirements


UCAS Tariff

32

Level 3 Qualifications: 32 UCAS Tariff Points- from at least 2 GCE A Levels or BTEC National qualifications or Access to HE Diploma in a related programme with at least 45 credits at Level 3. Level 2 Requirements (GCSE level) Grade 4/C in GCSE English and Mathematics. This Graduate Practitioner pathway will ensure applicants hold a full and relevant degree on completion of the programme. In line with the widening participation and lifelong learning strategy, we also welcome applications from people of any age who might not meet the standard entry criteria, but we would expect to see evidence of continuing academic and/or professional development and a capacity to pursue the course successfully.

About this course


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Course option

3years

Full-time | 2024

Other options

6 years | Part-time | 2024

Subject

Early years teaching

BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies ( Graduate Practioner ) FT.

Are you interested in a career working with children? Do you want to learn more about how to support children’s learning and development? Our programme is suitable for those wanting to work in a number of sectors, including early years, primary school teaching and community work. The programme will help you develop a number of personal and professional skills as you will undertake placement hours to enhance your skill set and apply theory to practice. Once you have completed the course, you can go into several different career routes such as teaching, early years management and MA study.

Graduate Practitioner - This is a pathway option for those who wish to work in early years, be counted in ratio and achieve a full and relevant degree. This option will enhance your practical experience and graduate employability. Applicants will need to successfully meet the entry requirements and meet all competencies.

This Course is Validated by The University of Hull

Modules

This course includes the following core modules that all students complete:

Level 4
Research and Foundational Theories
Children, Families and Society
Educational Continuum
Safeguarding
Observation and Assessment

Level 5
Research and Contemporary Theories
Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
Effective Pedagogy option 1 (0-4 years) option 2 (5-8 years)
Employability
Multi Agency Working

Level 6
Language, Learning and Literacy
Early Years Dissertation
The Reflective Practitioner
Current issues and Contemporary Debates
Innovation and Change

Occasional changes to modules and course content may take place. Students will be notified when applicable.

Tuition fees

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England
£7,940
per year
Northern Ireland
£7,940
per year
Scotland
£7,940
per year
Wales
£7,940
per year

The Uni


Course location:

University Campus Doncaster

Department:

Education and The Arts

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