FdA Childhood Studies Foundation Degree (with SEN) at Canterbury

This Foundation Degree in Childhood Studies with Special Educational Needs (SEN) is designed for those who want to work with children and young people, but also have a particular interest in supporting those with SEN. You'll learn about the principles of SEN and how to support children with a range of needs, as well as gaining a broad understanding of childhood studies. This course will prepare you for a career working with children and young people, either in schools or other settings.

Additional Information

This Foundation Degree is available part-time, and there are two intakes per year (September and January). You'll need to have completed a GCSE in English Language and Mathematics before starting the course. This course includes a range of assessment methods, including written assignments, presentations, and a final project.

Excellent Learning Opportunities for Childhood Studies at Canterbury Christ Church University

Canterbury Christ Church University is a great choice for this course because of its strong reputation for providing high-quality education in childhood studies. The university has a range of facilities that will support your learning, including a dedicated SEN resource centre and access to schools and other settings where you can gain practical experience. Additionally, the university's location in Canterbury provides easy access to a range of cultural and historical attractions, as well as excellent transport links to London and other parts of the country.

Applicants are required to hold qualifications at A level (or equivalent Level 3 qualifications). HLTA status may also be accepted as a Level 3 equivalent qualification. You may be asked to attend an interview.

You must be employed (paid or voluntary) in a role working with children or young people in an educational setting for at least 15 hours per week. This course is not open to you if you do not meet this requirement. There is no professional placement option within the course.

Experience of working for six months (or an equivalent time) in a paid or voluntary capacity, prior to entry, with children or young people in an educational setting is required.

You will also need the active support of an employer, who must sign your application form and learning agreement.

It is a requirement that all applicants have a current satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

If you do not have English at GCSE grade C or above you will be required to take and pass the University equivalency tests for entry into this course. There is a charge for this test. OR, if you have Functional Skills Level 2 (English) you can gain entry onto this course, with the expectation that you will independently complete the University English equivalency test, or gain a GCSE English language qualification during the course.

If you do not meet the entry requirements, but have the appropriate work experience, you may be offered an opportunity to join the course, subject to the agreement of your employer. In this case, you will be required to take and pass the Orientation module.

Applicants are required to hold qualifications at A level (or equivalent Level 3 qualifications). HLTA status may also be accepted as a Level 3 equivalent qualification. You may be asked to attend an interview.

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.