FdA Early Childhood Studies
About this course
FdA in FdA Early Childhood Studies, an early childhood studies degree focused on child development and educational practice from birth to eight years. Core topics include Ethics & Professional Practice and Global & Comparative Perspective. The curriculum integrates practical placement experience within nurseries, schools, and community organisations. The first year covers foundational concepts through Contemporary Issues in Education and Academic Skills for Success, Froebel in a Contemporary and Global ECS World, Studying Young Children, and Placement 1: Developing and understanding professional practice and values. The second year advances learning through Communication, Language and Early Literacy, Researching Education in an Everyday World, Creating Inclusive Environments for Children with SEND, and Placement 2: Reflexivity in pedagogy and practice – using research and pioneering ideas to develop my practice.
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Entry requirements
Entry tariff: 112–128 UCAS points (or equivalent). Specific entry requirements: Career prospects are greatly enhanced by having GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above on this course.
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Contemporary Issues in Education and Academic Skills for Success
- Froebel in a Contemporary and Global ECS World
- Studying Young Children
- Placement 1: Developing and understanding professional practice and values
- Communication, Language and Early Literacy
- Researching Education in an Everyday World
- Creating Inclusive Environments for Children with SEND
- Placement 2: Reflexivity in pedagogy and practice – using research and pioneering ideas to develop my practice