Early Years Education and Care BA (Hons)

This course can be studied in our Swansea SA1 campus or our Carmarthen campus, depending on which location the student prefers.<br/><br/>BA Early Years Education and Care is an innovative full time three year degree programme for those interested in discovering how young children develop and learn. The course is delivered in a supportive, engaging environment and explores all aspects of children’s wellbeing and holistic development.<br/><br/>Students explore a wide variety of subjects relating to early years education and care, with a focus on aspects of childhood such as holistic development, well-being, play, literacy, safeguarding, outdoor learning and inclusion. There are opportunities to develop knowledge of the practice and theory of early years education and care, giving students a full and rounded understanding of the subject. As well as academic content, students will undertake learning activities that explore the practical aspects of early years provision through hands-on learning, making links between theory and practice. <br/><br/>Learning takes place through group discussions, workshops, study visits as well as lectures in order to develop a knowledge and understanding of a range of relevant topics. <br/><br/>Time has been included to enable you to volunteer in early years settings, should you wish, in order to develop and enhance your professional development and future employment. <br/><br/>If you already have a early years qualification and wish to ‘top up’ to a full BA (Hons) degree direct entry into this programme is possible and can be discussed with the Admissions Tutor.