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Foundation Degree in Arts - FdA

Children's Development and Learning

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Children's Development and Learning course at York College University Centre.

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A level

32 UCAS point equivalent from either suitable A Levels or a Level 3 qualification.

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Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£7,200 per year
Scotland£7,200 per year
Wales£7,200 per year
Northern Ireland£7,200 per year

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: 4T9B

Here's what York College University Centre says about its Children's Development and Learning course.

This course is aimed at practitioners who hold a relevant Level 3 qualification and have a minimum of two years vocational experience. It is aimed at those who are wanting to progress into a more supervisory role.

Tutors on the foundation degree in Children’s Development and Learning will work with you to ensure that you are able to develop the skills and competencies you need to progress in your chosen career. This is a specialist programme aimed at those working or seeking to work in roles associated with children aged 0 – 11 years in educational care settings and primary schools.

A satisfactory DBS and two years of relevant childcare experience is also required for entry on this course.

Successful completion of the FD Children’s Development and Learning will enable you to enrol on the BA (Hons) Leading Children’s Development and Learning at York College University to convert your qualification into a full honours’ degree.

Modules

Level 4 Professional and Academic Competence Legal and Professional Aspects Promoting Inclusive Practice Learning and Development

Level 5 Children in Society Health and Well-being Social Policy and Childhood Education Children’s Play and Exploration

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Course details

Qualification

Foundation Degree in Arts - FdA

Department

Child Studies

Location

Main Site | York

Duration

1 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Early childhood studies

Start date

September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

The modules you will study

Level 4 Professional and Academic Competence Legal and Professional Aspects Promoting Inclusive Practice Learning and Development

Level 5 Children in Society Health and Well-being Social Policy and Childhood Education Children’s Play and Exploration

How you will be assessed

This course has a variety of assessments, including presentations, written essay, reports, seminar papers and portfolios. These assessments will be linked to your setting.

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