Applied Early Years Studies (Top up) BA (Hons)

University of Bedfordshire

United Kingdom, Luton

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University of Bedfordshire

United Kingdom , Luton

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time , Part Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

HF32

Campuses

Bedford Campus

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines27-May-2024

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 14,500 / year

Next Intake 27-May-2024

Applied Early Years Studies (Top up) BA (Hons)

About

About the course

If you currently work in the early years sector and have a relevant Foundation Degree or equivalent this top-up course will bring you up to a full Honours degree in just one year - opening up exciting career opportunities.

The Applied Early Years Studies BA (Hons) is a top-up (progression) course which builds on knowledge and skills gained from work experience as well as a previous relevant Foundation Degree or a similar 240-credit course.

Your studies offer you the chance to develop an in-depth understanding of child development and early years education from a variety of professional perspectives. Your learning builds on your experience in the workplace and the course content adapts to suit your interests and circumstances.

Why choose this course?

Study alongside employment putting theory into practice in your work
Develop your skills based on a sound knowledge and understanding of early years learner development
Be able to meet the needs of all children within a culturally diverse society
Build skills that allow you to communicate effectively with learners colleagues parents/carers and other professionals
Learn from tutors with a wealth of experience in early years education
Develop your understanding of the importance of education research and enquiry
Choose a research dissertation topic and carry out research in your own area
After graduation progress in our own early years setting moving towards leadership or management roles or go on to early years or primary teacher training

Find out what more we can offer YOU at Beds

If your ambition is to enter an Early Years profession and you have a Foundation Degree or equivalent this top-up course will bring you up to a full Honours degree in just one year.

The Applied Early Years Studies BA (Hons) is a top-up (progression) course which builds on knowledge and skills gained from a previous relevant Foundation Degree or a similar 240-credit course.

Your studies take a whole-child approach to learning; early education; the needs of the child; and child development within the family and society locally and globally. Your learning builds on your experience in the workplace and the course content adapts to suit your interests and circumstances.

Why choose this course?

Develop your understanding of the importance of education research and enquiry
Choose a research dissertation topic and carry out research in your own area
Gain practical skills by undertaking work placements
Benefit from a course that provides a clear route into a professional graduate role through Early Years teacher status Primary initial teacher training or leadership and management

Requirements

Entry Requirements

2 A level passes (minimum C and D)

International Baccalaureate (24 points)

A recognised Foundation degree

Additional course requirements if any

English Program Requirements

To apply for a place on an undergraduate course (BA/BSc) you need to have completed your high school education (12 years) and have a pass equivalent to two UK A level passes and have the required English language qualification.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 14,500 / year

How to Apply

When you submit an application form you must remember to include photocopies of the following supporting documents. We do not need to see your original qualifications and certificates.

A completed application form signed by you (an electronic signature is fine)
Copies of your official academic qualifications and certificates including proof of your level of English Language (where relevant)
A one-page personal statement. This should tell us why you want to study your chosen course.
A copy of your current valid passport details
Please submit copies of any UK Visa that you have held and any documentation relating to previous visa refusals from any country