BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies (with Foundation Year)

Core modules (students are required to take):

• Academic Skills and Studying with Confidence
  We'll help you develop core academic skills such as using electronic resources, planning and note-taking, communication skills related to essay and report writing and delivering presentations. You'll learn how to manage your time, how to prioritise and how to manage stress, and you’ll become more confident in engaging with collaborative learning, debates, discussions and critical reflection.

• General Studies and Project
  You’ll study interesting and informative topics that will allow you to expand your view of society and enhance your life skills. Towards the end of the module you’ll study an area of interest related to your chosen degree. You’ll work individually on your project, whether that's a written report, a presentation and oral examination, a film or a series of blog posts. You’ll undertake problem-solving learning, and formative feedback and support will be provided throughout, helping develop your self-confidence.

• Introduction to Children and Families
  This module will help you develop your understanding of the disciplines, issues and academic theories of working with children, young people and families. You will explore areas such as childhood development, socialisation, family diversity and the influence of poverty as well as the support available in social and educational contexts. We focus on collaborative learning, so you will be encouraged to share your thoughts and opinions in debates and work with your fellow students.

• Introduction to Education: Learning and Teaching
  This module focuses on education provision and policies in the UK, exploring key concepts such as learning, assessment and pedagogy. You will examine effective learning methods in the context of equality and inclusion, creativity and play and the use of technology. Working in groups, you will further your understanding of current trends and academic theories and take part in critical reflection of each other's work.

Core modules (students are required to take): 

• Child Development

• Play and Early Learning

• Safeguarding and Child Protection

• Health, Care and Wellbeing in the Early Years

• Academic Skills, Personal and Professional Development

Core modules (students are required to take): 

• Inclusion, Diversity and SEN

• Creative Pedagogical Approaches       

• Research Methods and Evidence-based Practice

• Multi-Agency Working

• Professional Placement

Core modules (students are required to take):

• Mental Health in the 21st Century

• Sociological, Philosophical and Historical Perspectives of Childhood

• Critical Issues in the Lives and Education of Young Children

• Research Project