Education and Early Years BA (Hons)

• • Major Study

This module aims to allow students to pursue their particular interests and to demonstrate the breadth of knowledge, understanding and strengths that they have developed during their degree studies. Students will be supported in the selection of a topic relevant to their degree, in the development of a proposal and at each stage of their study. Coursework for this module will consist of a dissertation which may be literary (an in-depth study of theories, texts, themes) or empirical; or a combination of both.  This module provides an opportunity to bring together everything students have learned in a study of their choosing.

• • Health and Wellbeing

The aim of this module is to explore different aspects of the health and wellbeing of children and become equipped to evaluate the wider public health agenda, national trends and supporting legislation.  Students will evaluate a chosen health promotion/campaign and explain how legislation, policy and research support the chosen promotion/campaign.

• • Supporting children's Learning

This module aims to develop students' understanding of how children's learning can be effectively supported.  Students will learn about the implications of the concept of inclusion, the principles of both medium and short term planning and a variety of perspectives on planning and teaching.

• • Global Perspectives

The aim of this module is to explore different aspects of the health and wellbeing of children and become equipped to evaluate the wider public health agenda, national trends and supporting legislation.  Students will evaluate a chosen health promotion/campaign and explain how legislation, policy and research support the chosen promotion/campaign.

• • EAL and Effective Practice

The module aims to develop a critical understanding of EAL and effective practice with children and their families.  It will support the development of skills and knowledge that enable practitioners and students to develop effective practice with young children and their parents or carers who are often new to speaking English.  The module aims to support strategies and principles for learning English as an Additional Language, whilst recognising and celebrating the value of all children's language acquisition.  The module will develop a critical understanding regarding Bilingualism and multilingualism as an asset, and that first language has a continuing and significant role in identity, learning and the acquisition of additional languages.

96 UCAS Points

Essential:
English GCSE at Grade C or above Maths GCSE at Grade C or above DBS check and process organised by the university during enrolment, registration and induction. DBS clearance on both courses will need to be achieved before any work placement can begin. The DBS will be paid for by the applicant.

Desirable:
Be able to demonstrate appropriate personal qualities and attitudes for working with young children and their families. Attend interview as required.

Award

BA (Hons) Early Years validated by Sheffield Hallam University

Course Regulations

Course Handbook

• Teaching through the PGCE or Work based teaching qualification route
• Masters
• Supervisory Roles
• Manager Roles
• Assistant Healthcare Professional (NICU)
• Post Natal and Multi-Disciplinary Practice
• Playworker
• Social work
• Community work

Students who are completing the Professional Route should be expecting to advance their career through promotion and advanced practice recognition and status. These roles might include SENCO, Safeguarding Room Leader or Manager roles.

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