Take a fresh look at childhood. Explore the theory and reality of childrens early years through a variety of perspectives including sociology, social psychology, history, and philosophy. Develop a well-rounded view of childhood and a clear understanding of potential career paths within this dynamic field. This innovative course encourages critical thinking, fosters innovation, and provides practical insights to navigate the complexities of working with children during their formative years.
Engage with young children and their families in the Work Based Learning module, ope...
Take a fresh look at childhood. Explore the theory and reality of childrens early years through a variety of perspectives including sociology, social psychology, history, and philosophy. Develop a well-rounded view of childhood and a clear understanding of potential career paths within this dynamic field. This innovative course encourages critical thinking, fosters innovation, and provides practical insights to navigate the complexities of working with children during their formative years.<br/><br/>Engage with young children and their families in the Work Based Learning module, operating in various settings according to your preferences; for example, childrens charities, family centres, child development centres, family work within prisons, and womens rehabilitation centres. Or opt for the Work Based Learning Plus module to attain professional recognition in a nursery, primary school, or special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) school environment.<br/><br/><br/>- Explore the relationships between play and learning in your own studies as well as in child development.<br/><br/><br/>- Expand your options beyond traditional teaching and open up further career opportunities in education, social care, community work, psychology, management and research.<br/><br/><br/>- See for yourself how theories and policies are applied in practice by visiting a wide range of provision for children and families.<br/><br/><br/>- Learn on the job during the work-based learning placement. You will gain the practical skills employers are looking for.<br/><br/><br/>- Opportunities to extend your early years practice through assessment in placement; gaining valuable experience in working with children and families.<br/><br/><br/>- Take a broader view of children’s development by studying the subject in practical, historical and international contexts. <br/><br/><br/>- Develop essential skills through a variety of coursework-based assessments – from essays, surveys and child observations to group presentations and video commentaries. <br/><br/><br/>- Learn from experienced lecturers and tutors who are actively engaged in national and international research projects.<br/><br/><br/>- Make the most of the opportunities presented by being part of a department that has strong links with universities in Europe, Canada, Africa and the USA and through the International Students’ Exchange Programme.<br/>
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
15/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
X310
Institution Code
P60
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
96
112
Including a minimum of 2 A Levels. Preference for social science/ health & social care/ early years/ childcare qualifications but others are considered.
112 points to include two Advanced Highers preferably social science/ health and social care/ early years/ childcare
Pass Access to HE Diploma with at least 33 credits at Merit or Distinction. Preference for social science/ health & social care/ early years/ childcare qualifications but others are considered.
26
28
Preference for social science/ health & social care/ early years/ childcare qualifications but others are considered. English and Maths accepted within as GCSE equivalents
MMM
DMM
Preference for social science/ health & social care/ early years/ childcare qualifications but others are considered.
H3,H4,H4,H4,H4
H3,H3,H4,H4,H4
Preference for social science/ health & social care/ early years/ childcare qualifications but others are considered. English and Maths accepted within as GCSE equivalents
DD
D*D*
Preference for social science/ health & social care/ early years/ childcare qualifications but others are considered.
Considered alongside other qualifications.
96-112 UCAS points to include two Advanced Highers. Preference for social science/ health & social care/ early years/ childcare qualifications but others are considered. English and Maths accepted within as GCSE equivalents
Considered alongside other qualifcations.
Considered alongside other qualifications.
Considered alongside other qualifications.
Considered alongside other qualifications.
96-112 UCAS points including a minimum of 2 A Levels. Preference for social science/ health & social care/ early years/ childcare qualifications but others are considered.
P
Pass (C or above on the core) 96 points or above , (preference to education/ social science/ health and social care, but all considered)
Considered alongside other qualifications.
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