Course Overview

The program focuses on developing students' knowledge and understanding of the principles and values that underpin the learning and development of young children primarily from birth to 12 years old, and critically apply these values and principles in order to develop their professional practice. The course is designed to offer students the opportunity to progress to teacher training or further postgraduate study. Students can also choose to work towards Early Years Professional Status either alongside the BA (Hons) Early Learning or after completion of the degree. The program has an established reputation and is supported by local employers and by the Local Education Authority. In order to succeed in the program, students need to be hardworking and committed individuals who wish to improve their knowledge and understanding, and academic skills. The BA (Hons) Early Learning program is underpinned by the following principles and values agreed by the course team, and articulated in module lectures particularly in the Early Learning Practice Module. They are embedded in the Professional Practice Standards which students use as a tool for critically evaluating their own practice.

General Eligibility

FdA or FdSc (or equivalent). All applicants are required to hold GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above.

Part Time Work Details

Language Requirement

• IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components) where English is not the students' first language.