How is childhood portrayed in the media? Why are there such different views of education and how are they formed?
Throughout our Education Foundation Year, you’ll consider these and other questions from a range of disciplinary perspectives. Drawing on sociological and psychological theories and ideas, you’ll explore your own personal experiences of childhood and education.
We want to make your experience as interactive and collaborative as possible. The Foundation Year is designed to introduce you to a range of current debates and contemporary issues in education.<...
How is childhood portrayed in the media? Why are there such different views of education and how are they formed?<br/><br/>Throughout our Education Foundation Year, you’ll consider these and other questions from a range of disciplinary perspectives. Drawing on sociological and psychological theories and ideas, you’ll explore your own personal experiences of childhood and education.<br/><br/>We want to make your experience as interactive and collaborative as possible. The Foundation Year is designed to introduce you to a range of current debates and contemporary issues in education.<br/><br/>As you progress through the course, you will have the option to explore your personal journey within education, before selecting to study further within either BA (Hons) Education or BA (Hons) Early Years and Childhood Studies to support your career intentions.<br/><br/>You will be encouraged to develop an awareness of your skills and knowledge, alongside building your confidence within higher education. Working with a dedicated personal tutor you will be introduced to the concepts of education, early years and childhood whilst preparing you for degree study.<br/><br/>**Features and Benefits**<br/><br/><br/>* **Teaching expertise**- Our teaching team has practical experience across a range of educational settings (including schools, youth and community projects, local government and criminal justice) and are engaged in cutting-edge educational research.<br/><br/><br/>* **Support**- A dedicated personal tutor will support your personal and academic development throughout the foundation year, with a fundamental belief in your potential to succeed. <br/><br/><br/>* **Learn more** - Opportunity to explore your personal journey within education, before selecting to study further within either BA (Hons) Education or BA (Hons) Early Years and Childhood Studies. <br/>
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
X351
Institution Code
M40
Points of Entry
Foundation
UCAS Tariff80 Other Level 3 qualifications equivalent to GCE A level are also considered. A maximum of three A level-equivalent qualifications will be accepted towards meeting the UCAS tariff requirement. AS levels, or qualifications equivalent to AS level, are not accepted. The Extended Project qualification (EPQ) may be accepted towards entry, in conjunction with two A-level equivalent qualifications. Please contact the University directly if you are unsure whether you meet the minimum entry requirements for the course. Access to HE DiplomaAccess to HE Diploma with a minimum of 80 UCAS tariff points. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)MMP Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DM |
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