Early Childhood Studies (Top-Up)
Entry requirements
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English at grade 4 (C) or above
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About this course
**This exciting and fulfilling course is focused on further developing your knowledge, skills and understanding of contemporary issues in the childhood studies sector.**
The course blends theory with practice as there is the expectation that you will complete a placement in an early years setting or school for the duration of your studies. The multi-disciplinary programme prepares students for careers in early years education and care or primary education as a teaching assistant or class teacher, family support, health and social services.
The third year top-up is taught by a highly experienced, professional team with expertise in the fields of education and the early years sector. It draws on external practitioners and experts in the field to provide specialist input. You will have the opportunity to explore theoretical perspectives and work based practice through lectures, workshops, presentations, work-based projects, electronic discussions and assignments. There is a strong emphasis on the development of ICT, communication and presentation skills. With a full BA Hons degree and appropriate entry requirements, you could progress into primary teacher training or Early Years teacher training both of which would require a further year of study. Some students decide to continue their studies moving on to Masters level study in Education, Early Years or Social Work. Some students progress into management posts in early years settings or full day care
Modules
**Year 1**
Undergraduate Major Project
Childrens Rights
Practitioner 3
Interdisciplinary Perspectives
Assessment methods
Assessment activities include a major project dissertation, written essays, poster presentations, portfolio building, group presentations, a creative writing task along with one practical activity to be carried out in the workplace or placement setting.
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