Childhood Studies (2nd year entry) BA (Hons)

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Childhood Studies (2nd year entry) BA (Hons)

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United Kingdom, Paisley

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University of the West of Scotland

United Kingdom , Paisley

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

L560

Campuses

Ayr

Dumfries

Lanarkshire

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2023

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Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 15,250 / year

Next Intake September-2023

Childhood Studies (2nd year entry) BA (Hons)

About

Build a career in childhood services

Build a career in childhood services with UWS’ BA (Hons) Childhood Studies.

Throughout this degree you will gain an understanding of the issues related to early childhood and services for children and families. You will learn about the values underpinning children’s services, and the importance of working in partnership with professionals from a range of disciplines. You will consider issues relating to management and leadership of early learning and childcare services.

To develop your practical knowledge, you’ll have the chance to complete two three-week blocks of work-based experience each year. In Year 3 you will have the option to complete placement in an international setting (currently available in Italy, Spain and Germany).

Career Prospects

BA (Hons) Childhood Studies graduates have gained employment in integrated childcare services with children under five years, out-of-school care, and in project work offering support for children and their families in roles such as family support workers, early years practitioners, and NHS community nursery nurses.

Further study towards Graduate Diploma in Childhood Practice qualifications, depending on experience, is possible. This enables registration with SSSC as Lead Practitioner/Manager.

Graduates may also be eligible to apply for a range of postgraduate programmes, including Initial Teacher Education (Primary), Social Work and Psychology.

“The placement opportunities within my course provided me with real experience in the workplace to support my future career development. They allow me to put the knowledge I have gained in the class into practice.”

Sin-Yi Fu, BA (Hons) Childhood Studies student from Hong Kong

Throughout this programme you will gain an understanding of the issues related to early childhood and services for children and families. You will learn about the values underpinning children’s services, and the importance of working in partnership with professionals from a range of disciplines. You will consider issues relating to management and leadership of early learning and childcare services.

To develop your practical knowledge, you’ll have the chance to complete two three-week blocks of work-based experience each year In Year 3 you will have the option to complete placement in an international setting (currently available in Italy, Spain and Germany).

Disciplines

Education & Social Sciences

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Year 1:  Applicants must have completed the Certificate of General Secondary Education plus a relevant Foundation programme or Diploma Year 2:  Community College Diploma

English Program Requirements

If you do not fall into any of the categories above you will need to provide proof of your English language ability through the International English Language Test System (IELTS) or the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).

Duo Lingo

For 2022-23 entry, the University has approved the use of the online Duolingo English test as evidence of English language ability. UWS will accept an overall score between 90-115 with no component score below 90.

Career

Placement Opportunities

You will have the chance to apply your knowledge in a professional setting with blocks of work-based experience each year. In Year 2 students complete one three-week block placement in Term 2, and in years 3 and 4 students complete two placements, a three-week block in Terms 1 and 2. Recent student placements were located in local authority establishments and private providers.

Study Abroad

In year 3, there is the opportunity to gain experience abroad, with students having worked in Italy and Spain in previous years.

Career Prospects

Further study towards Graduate Diploma in Childhood Practice qualifications, depending on experience, is possible. This enables registration with SSSC as Lead Practitioner/Manager.

Graduates may also be eligible to apply for a range of postgraduate programmes, including Initial Teacher Education (Primary), Social Work and Psychology.

“The placement opportunities within my course provided me with real experience in the workplace to support my future career development. They allow me to put the knowledge I have gained in the class into practice.”

Sin-Yi Fu, BA (Hons) Childhood Studies student from Hong Kong

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 15,250

How to Apply

1. Choose a course

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2. Check entry requirements

Check if your academic qualifications and English Language levels meet the course entry requirements.

3. Contact TEG Admissions Team

Fill out the enquiry form below and one of our team will be in touch.

4. Prepare the documents

Once you have had a call with us, compile the required documents to be submitted.

5. Write a personal statement

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6. Submit an application

Fill out an application form here.

7. Accept the offer, if successful

Once your application has been processed, we will contact you by email to confirm the outcome. If successful, you will receive an offer letter which will detail your next steps.

8. Pay the deposit

You will be required to pay a deposit to secure your place at the university.

9: Attend a TEG credibility interview

The purpose of this interview is to assess if students are credible and genuine. At this stage you will need to prepare your CAS documents for review.