Early Years and Childhood Studies (Foundation) BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Early Years and Childhood Studies (Foundation) BA (Hons)
This course introduces you to key ideas in child and youth development, inclusive education, and research, helping you understand how children and young people learn and grow in different settings. You’ll explore what learning really means, develop essential skills for university study, and discover how education works in real-life contexts – including your local community. Whether youre interested in early years, special education, or broader education studies, this course will help you build the confidence and knowledge you need for your future career.
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This course introduces you to key ideas in child and youth development, inclusive education, and research, helping you understand how children and young people learn and grow in different settings. You’ll explore what learning really means, develop essential skills for university study, and discover how education works in real-life contexts – including your local community. Whether youre interested in early years, special education, or broader education studies, this course will help you build the confidence and knowledge you need for your future career. <br/><br/><strong>Features and Benenfits</strong><br/><br/><br/>- <strong>Build strong academic foundations</strong> - Learn how to write essays, manage your time, use digital tools and think critically – all the essential skills to succeed at university and beyond.<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>Explore how learning works</strong> - Dive into key learning theories and cognitive processes like memory and attention, and understand how they impact both your learning and others.<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>Get hands-on with research and local practice</strong> - Develop basic research skills and apply them in a real-world project exploring education settings in your local area.<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>Discover your future pathway</strong> - Gain insight into different education specialisms and career routes, including early years, special education and youth work, and understand how education connects with families, policy, and communities. <br/>
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
28/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
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Course Code
X341
Institution Code
M40
Points of Entry
Foundation, Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
80
Other Level 3 qualifications equivalent to GCE A level are also considered. 80 UCAS Tariff Points at A Level or acceptable alternatives 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 Diploma
Pass Access to HE Diploma with a minimum 80 UCAS Tariff Points
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
24
IB Diploma with minimum 24 points overall or 80 UCAS Tariff points from three Higher Level subjects. If you plan to meet the Level 2 course requirements through your IB Diploma you will need to achieve Higher Level 4 or Standard Level 5 in English and Higher Level 4 or Standard Level 4 in Mathematics
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MMP
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
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