Early Childhood and Education (Top-up) BA(Hons)

About the course

This course is specifically aimed at International students, supporting those wishing to work within a range of early childhood education contexts, including school’s businesses and the voluntary sector. You’ll develop an understanding of the importance of early childhood education, nationally and internationally.

Why Early Childhood and Education?

• You’ll have opportunity to make national and international comparisons, and analyse and solve problems related to early childhood education in a global context. You will have the chance to undertake an investigative project (Major Study), where you chose a specific area of study to research related to early childhood education.
• You'll develop your knowledge and understanding of early childhood educational theory related to pedagogy and practice.
• You’ll have the opportunity to consider specific aspects of early childhood education including, health and developing an academic understanding of early childhood education.

Entry requirements

All entrants are normally required to hold an intermediate level qualification (gained by examination) or equivalent. Broadly such qualifications can include:

• Higher National Diploma (or equivalent)
• An initial teaching qualification from a recognised teacher education institution
• Successful completion of a Higher Education qualification with 120 European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) credits (or equivalent)

Preference is for an appropriate subject such as Education or Early Childhood. However, the basic criterion will be a person's ability to benefit from the programme, so consideration will be given to holders of alternative recognised degrees or diplomas.

If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum for IELTS is 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent. Read more about the University’s entry requirements for students outside of the UK on our International Entry Requirements page.

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