Course Code: SM1HE106 UCAS Code: L590 Early Childhood Studies - BA Hons Degree - Topup* Duration1 Year Day/s of weekTuesday Time09:15 - 17:30 Next course dates Start dateLocationDuration / Fees 11 Sep 2023 University Centre 1 Year / £8,750 Apply now Overview Is this course for me? What will I learn? How will I be assessed? Key information Where could this course take me? Course SummaryThe BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies is aimed at those individuals that are already working in early years settings on either a paid or voluntary basis. The BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies provides the opportunity to critically engage with the underpinning theoretical principles of the Early Years Foundation Stage to support effective and current practice in the workplace. You will consider the importance of reflection and how this can make positive changes not only to the professional development of the individual child but also the wider community. You will be provided with the opportunity to further develop your knowledge of communication theory to sustain change management within the sector further promoting collaboration between external agencies. The mandatory requirement of employment or placement ensures that you have vocationally relevant skills that ensure currency of practice. Employment opportunities and roles can include within early years sector a deputy manager, manager, family hub manager and early years or primary school teacher. Blackpool and the Fylde College remains committed to providing a highly responsive curriculum that is employment and future-focused and will enable you to develop the essential knowledge and skills that will prepare you for future success in work and life. * Course subject to revalidation. For more information, visit our dedicated page. Entry Requirements Foundation Degree in Early Childhood Studies from B&FC Additional Requirements: All applicants must provide a letter of support from their employer confirming proposed work experience 12 months hands on experience in the workplace with service users (does not include administration) You must hold a current DBS A professional discussion may be required prior to offer if you do not meet the exact entry criteria Qualification ObtainedBA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies Industry Placement and Field TripsThis is covered in the mandatory voluntary or employed hours in the sector as indicated in the Entry Requirements Learning and Teaching Methods Whilst lectures, seminars and practical workshops feature strongly in the teaching and learning strategy, we will be making considerable use of alternative methods of delivery and study, particularly online options such as tutor and self-assessment revision tests and formative exercises, Power-Point and other software-based lecture material, learning portals and hyper-linked resource-materials and a work based learning project. You may expect therefore to participate in a wide variety of learning activities including live presentations and discussion alongside more traditional modes of delivery. Additional support is available to all students in the form of specific one-to-one support sessions built in periodically to each module. A typical workload for this programme will require attendance at University for 1 day per week where you will participate in 2 taught sessions a day and both group and independent progress tutorials. Further independent study of approximately 10 hours per module a week is advisable; this includes further reading, planning and writing time. Our partners for success team can offer academic support and careers guidance. Expert Tutors You will be taught by a range of expert tutors who have a wealth of experience and a wide range of qualifications that relate to the Early Childhood sector. What will I learn? Modules at level 6 Module TitleCodeCreditsOptional? Dissertation SM6MD051 40 No Global Perspectives on the Curriculum SM6MD052 20 No Child Health and Wellbeing SM6MD053 20 No Leadership and Management SM6MD054 20 No Special Support Strategies SM6MD055 20 No How will I be assessed? Assessment MethodLevel 4Level 5Level 6 Coursework 0% 0% 84% Exam 0% 0% 10% Practical 0% 0% 6% Other Costs and Equipment NeededThere are no additional costs associated with the programme although a laptop is recommended to support your studies. You may be required to pay for a DBS where you secure a voluntary or paid employment. All core texts are available in the LRC along with IT support. Tuition Fees Please click here to find out more about tuition fees for this course. Regulation and Accreditation Accrediting Institution: N/A Awarding Body: Lancaster University Regulatory Body: Office for Students (OfS) Terms and Conditions Read our full terms and conditions for more information. Learning Methods Learning MethodLevel 4Level 5Level 6 Scheduled 0 0 264 Independent 0 0 936 Placement 0 0 0 Total 0 0 1200 Programme Specification Programme Spec ECS-2017.pdf Adobe PDF, 327.47 KB Career Options and Progression After successfully gaining the BA (Hons) Top Up at Level 6, you could choose to pursue any of the following career or progression opportunities all of which offer highly rewarding experience both in the workplace or in education: Children's Centre Manager Nursery Manager Hospital Playworker Senior Family Support Worker Progression onto Teacher Training for Early Years Teacher Progression onto Post Graduate Certificate in Education Progression onto Masters Level Qualifications