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Early Childhood Studies with Foundation BA (Hons)

University of West London

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Main site - West London

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Our Early Childhood Studies degree will give you the knowledge and skills that you need to work in a range of roles in the early years sector, including early years settings, primary schools, family support, social work, charities and healthcare settings:- your degree will be recognised by the Department for Education, making you more attractive to employers as you will be counted in adult-to-child ratios.- you will be well prepared for further graduate study (essential if you wish to pursue a career in teaching). - you will learn through interactive lectures and seminars, as well as a placement in which you will gain hands-on experience. - we encourage you to further develop your experience of working with children through part-time or voluntary work, and our excellent Student Support services are here to help you secure these opportunities. - a focus on understanding children’s language development and supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities is a unique feature of our degree. - another unique aspect of the degree is our focus on nutrition, health and wellbeing in the context of children and their environment, bringing attention to sustainability in the natural world. This specialist knowledge will stand you in good stead with employers. - you will also learn how to support young children’s learning and development, understand early childhood policy and what this means for your practice, and undertake a research project on a topic of your choice.Additionally, you will gain valuable experience through placement opportunities whilst applying academic learning to practice. In the final year, you will have the opportunity to carry out independent research which can lead to published work.A multi-disciplinary and experienced academic team who will support you throughout to reach your full potential and consider successful careers in education, health and social care.This course is guided by current policy and legislation including the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework (2012), Working Together to Safeguard Children (2018) and The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (1989). University of West London is a member of the Early Childhood Studies Degrees Network (ECSDN).The foundation year course is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to continue onto your Honours degree. You will study a range of subjects that will underpin your future study and also gain valuable experience of university life, with full access to campus facilities. Successful completion of the year allows you to progress straight onto Level 4 of this course.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

Students living in Hong Kong
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£ 16,250per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

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University information

University of West London

University of West London

  • University League Table

    58th

  • Campus address

    University of West London - (UWL), St Mary's Road, Ealing, Greater London, W5 5RF, United Kingdom

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Strong links with industry, enabling students to gain career-specific insights, expertise and skills.
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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Education

    90th out of 91 7

    53rd out of 73 18

  • Entry standards

    / Max 224
    115 51%

    80th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    38.0 38%

    86th

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.42 86%

    1st

    10

  • Entry standards

    / Max 180
    113 63%

    64th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    n/a

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.00 75%

    51st

    6

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