Key Facts

  • Starting
    2 Sep 2024
    Location
    Carshalton College Main Site
    Duration
    1 Year
    Study Mode
    Full Time
    Start Date
    Sep 2024
    Level
    Level 6
    Code
    CHZ4002HD

    Fees

    Fees
    £ 7,775
BA (Hons) Early Childhood Education

This degree will empower you with the knowledge and skills, confidence and resilience to act as an advocate for babies, young children, their families and communities.

You will develop an understanding of policy and practice, and learn to engage in critical inquiry and problem solving around key issues in early childhood.

Looking at the intellectual, emotional, physical, social and cultural experiences of young children, you will learn about promoting understanding and respect for young children and their families.

  • Introductory Course Info HE


    The BA (Hons) Degree in Early Childhood Education is run at Carshalton College and is validated by the University of Roehampton. Like many degrees, this course is a mixture of College taught elements and research-based learning. The taught components of the programme are designed to run over one year. The course offers a framework providing individuals working in the early years sector with a training programme that will increase their theoretical and statutory knowledge and understanding as well as employability skills. On successful completion of the programme students will have accumulated 360 HE points (240 at Level 4 and 5 and 120 at Level 6). This will enable students to apply for Initial Teacher Training or EYTS and many other academic and professional progression routes including Masters level degrees.

    It is a requirement of the programme that all participants will be working in an early years setting or participate in a meaningful placement of not less than twelve hours per week. A significant proportion of the programme is work-based with students completing modules at work with the support of college staff. This model of full-time learning at work and academic study allows students to remain in employment while completing their qualification. This programme is delivered according to current University of Roehampton regulations for undergraduate degrees. In order to achieve the qualification students must achieve a pass mark (40%) in all elements of the modular assessments.

  • Entry Requirements


    Applicants must possess 240 credits in a related specialism which has resulted in a Foundation Degree or equivalent in Early Childhood Education or related subject.

    Suitable applicants from other institutions will be invited to interview, where they will be required to further demonstrate their suitability for the course by completing a written task.

    Additional requirements If you have achieved a qualification such as a foundation degree or HND, or have gained credit at another higher education institution, you may be able to enter at level 6. Evidence of AP(E)L (original certificate and academic tran) will need to be presented to and accepted by the University of Roehampton.

    Credit transfer and accreditation of prior learning or experience

    If you have achieved a qualification such as a foundation degree or HND, or have gained credit at another higher education institution, you may be able to enter the course at level 5 or level 6. For further information, please visit our Credit Transfer page

  • Course Content


    Award: BA (Hons) Early Childhood Education (Top-up)

    Awarding body: Validated by the University of Roehampton

    UCAS Code: CC01

    Location of study: Carshalton College

    Course duration: One year Full-time Top-up

    Academic year: 2024 September start

    Days of the week: Students will be expected to attend one evening a week (Wednesday) 4.30-9.30pm plus extra sessions for personal tutorials and dissertation supervision.

    Full time study: This course is full time study over one year. You are required to attend the college for at least 30 weeks throughout the academic year of study.

    Work placements: Work-based learning is embedded in the programme. All students are required to be employed in the education sector and participating in a meaningful placement of not less than 16 hours per week.

    Timetables: Timetables are available from the beginning of the academic year

    Course leader: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or email: admissions.carshalton.stcg.ac.uk

  • Progression Next Steps


    Progression to Initial Teacher Training programmes or EYTS (Early Years Teacher Status). Alternative career pathways for graduates are within a variety of roles, such as administration and management in Early Years settings, therapists, social workers, special needs professionals working in schools, children centres and in the community, children's charity work undertaking policy and research, community support, welfare and housing professionals, working in the voluntary sector and for central and local government departments.

  • Additional Information


    Academic Support

    Support is provided in the following areas:

    • Study skills
    • Written English
    • Academic writing- Research Skills
    • Critical thinking and understanding arguments
    • Overall workload

    Teaching Staff You will be taught by an experienced teaching team whose expertise and knowledge are closely matched to the content of the course modules.

  • International Students


    This course is not currently offered to students requiring a Tier 4 Visa. There are courses available. for suitable Tier 4 students across STCG.

  • Teaching and Learning


    The modules are taught through a combination of workshops, lectures, e-learning and seminars. All students are expected to prepare for the sessions by completing set tasks of recommended reading and/or research as stated in the 'Overview of Sessions' section of the module handbook.

    Independent learning:

    In addition to weekly attendance for the modules, students are required to undertake 20 hours of independent study. When not attending lectures, seminars and other timetabled sessions you will be expected to continue learning independently through self-study. Typically, this will involve reading, working on individual and group projects, undertaking research in the library, preparing coursework assignments and presentations, and preparing for examinations. Your independent learning is supported by a range of excellent facilities.

    Assessment:

    The course provides you with opportunities to test your understanding of the subject informally before you complete the formal assessments that count towards your final mark. Assessment methods include a range of coursework assessments such as essays, reports, portfolios, performance, presentations and your final year major dissertation project. The grades from formal assessments count towards your module mark. All assessment is spread across the year to make the workload manageable.

    Modules Delivered:

    • Dissertation
    • Values, Leadership and Management in Early Years Settings
    • Early Childhood Curricula and Frameworks s
    • Contemporary Issues in Child Health and Wellbeing