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Qualification
Foundation Degree in Arts - FdA
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Location
Kingston College
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
01-SEP-25
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Duration
2 Years
Course summary
This Sector-Endorsed Foundation Degree in Early Years (SEFDEY) approved course enables you to combine academic study with learning at your place of work. It's run in collaboration with partner colleges and institutions across London and Surrey, which means you can study at a location that suits you. The course covers a wide range of critical and contemporary issues in the field of Early Years education. It explores the voice of the child, international perspectives, child protection, pedagogical approaches, communication theories and multi-professional practice.You'll reflect on theoretical and practice-based knowledge to support approaches to working with children from birth to five, with an appreciation of ages up to eight years.If you do not already hold Early Years Educator Status from your Level 3 qualification, we offer the Early Years (with Early Years Educator) pathway which is classified as a 'full and relevant' qualification by the Department for Education (UCAS code: X120). Once you complete this course, you can top-up your qualification to a full BA (Hons) degree, through one year's study at Kingston.
Application deadline
29 January
Modules
Tuition fees
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£ 15,600per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
Entry requirements
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QUALIFICATION TYPE
UCAS Points :
• Level 3 early years qualification (or equivalent).• Employment in an appropriate setting (either paid or voluntary) for at least 16 hours per week for the duration of the course.• Normally two years' experience in an appropriate setting.The selection process involves interview at your chosen college, selection exercises and a current DBS check
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