BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies

BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies

Our BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies degree course is an excellent stepping stone to a range of postgraduate programmes and rewarding jobs working with children, including Early Years Officers and Sure Start project workers. Covering the ages from birth to eight years, you'll look at early childhood development and early childhood education, exploring the systems and ideas that affect the experience and construction of childhood.

Through the BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies degree course, you'll gain a comprehensive and interdisciplinary preparation for working with children and an understanding of early childhood development. You will appreciate the development, needs and experience of young children and learn to analyse practical and theoretical situations in the context of early child development and childhood. You will learn to relate appropriate theory to early childhood practice and gain an understanding of research methodology. You will also undertake a small-scale research project in childhood studies to apply your new knowledge.

Entry Requirements

For full details on entry requirements for the BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies degree course please speak to one of our specialist course advisors on 0800 056 3983 who will talk you through the qualifications you need.

If English is not your first language, you will be required to have an IELTS score of 6.5 or above.

Where will I go from here?

With your specific skills you'll gain on successful completion of the Early Childhood Studies course, you could find yourself working within local authorities, housing associations and day nurseries, among many other areas.

As well as preparing you to work as anything from a nursery worker to a childcare project manager, this degree is an excellent springboard into professional qualifications such as children's nursing or social work.

What will I gain?

When successfully completing a module you'll gain 20 credits. In order to gain an Honours Degree you will need to obtain a total of 360 credits - 120 credits at each level. However, if you prefer to graduate early, you can choose from the following intermediate awards.

  • Ordinary Degree - 300 credits (15 modules)
  • Diploma of Higher Education - 240 credits (12 modules) 
  • Certificate of Higher Education - 120 credits (6 modules) 
  • University Undergraduate Certificate - 40 credits (2 modules) 
  • University Undergraduate Associate Certificate - 20 credits (1 module)

Remember that, whichever option you choose, you'll receive only one final award.

Assessment

There are a number of assessments that you complete as part of your studies and forward to your academic tutor for grading and comments.

You'll also take a summative assessment at the end of your module. Summative assessments include coursework, exams or a mix of both. Summative assessments take place three times a year and exam venues are located around the UK. Please note that there are additional summative assessment fees for each module.

What will I get?

Because we're experts in home learning, ICS knows about and offers all the support you need along the way.

You'll receive study materials that have been specially designed for distance learning by experts in the fields of psychology and education, and you will work with step-by-step modules to guide your learning.

You'll have access to an experienced personal tutor both online and over the phone, ready to help you with guidance and motivation.

You'll also be part of the ICS Online Student Community, where you'll have access to library materials and your account information, as well as vital links with your fellow students, with the chance to discuss your work, ask questions and make new friends.

Course code

K21

Additional fees

Please note that there are additional assessment fees for each module.

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ICS will support you on the first two modules of your programme with our friendly mentors and expert tutors. This will help you gain increased confidence and develop the necessary skills needed to succeed in your studies.

Level 1

Critical Reading and Writing

Now you've enrolled on your degree course, this module will help you learn how to study at degree level. By understanding how to critically engage with written texts and learning academic style, punctuation and grammar, you'll develop and refine your knowledge - and you'll also discover how to use the Learning Resource Centre. After taking this module, you'll have all the skills and confidence you need for successful academic study.

Key Topics

  • Academic writing
  • Academic reading 
  • Research and information skills

Sociology of Childhood

In this module, you'll get to know the key sociological approaches to understanding childhood and young children. As well as examining different models of childhood, you'll look at the implications of those models - and you'll also gain a deeper appreciation of the ways society intervenes in children's lives. Taking into account the perspectives of children and adults, you'll look at childhood both nationally and internationally.

Key Topics

  • Childhood as a social construct
  • Using theories of childhood to understand children 
  • Sociology and its uses 
  • Childhood in different social settings and cultures: local, national and international. 
  • Influence of media, religion, tradition, technology and consumerism on ideas about childhood and attitudes to children 
  • Researching children 
  • The politics of childhood 
  • Children's rights and responsibilities - introduction to ethical and legal frameworks 
  • Professional interventions in children's lives by the state, voluntary and private sectors

 

Modules 3-18 offered by University of East London

Once you have successfully completed these initial modules you would be eligible to enrol for the full undergraduate programme if you wish.  UEL will directly provide the support you need as a distance learner to successfully complete your chosen degree programme. This will allow you to benefit from being a university student and a member of UEL's vibrant and diverse educational community. As a fully supported UEL student, you will enjoy greater access to our comprehensive range of services during your studies.

Level 1

  • Sociology of Childhood
  • Play and talk In Learning
  • Children Learning: Current Thinking
  • Understanding Behaviour

Level 2

  • Research Design and Method
  • Professional Development
  • Issues in Child Development
  • Social Policy and Legislation for Children and Families
  • The Changing Nature of the Family
  • Challenging Disability

Level 3

  • Research Project (Equivalent to 2 modules)
  • Management in Early Years Settings
  • Inclusion
  • Explaining Behaviour
  • To be confirmed

 

At ICS, we make it as easy as possible for you to get started on the degree programme of your choice by enrolling you on two modules.

When you contact us we will take you through a pre-entry process.  Once you decide to proceed, you will then have a telephone interview with an ICS advisor, receive a 'pre-entry' pack with content such as a learning styles assessment and basic study skills information etc.

ICS will support you on the first two modules of your programme with our friendly mentors and expert tutors. This will help you gain increased confidence and develop the necessary skills needed to succeed in your studies.

Once you have successfully completed these initial modules you would be eligible to enrol for the full undergraduate programme if you wish.  UEL will directly provide the support you need as a distance learner to successfully complete your chosen degree programme. This will allow you to benefit from being a university student and a member of UEL's vibrant and diverse educational community. As a fully supported UEL student, you will enjoy greater access to our comprehensive range of services during your studies.

To find out more simply call 0800 056 3983  now.

 

BA (Hons) Degree)

1st Two Modules

Pre-entry fee

 £                        275.00

1st Installment

 £                        398.00

2nd Installment

 £                        398.00

3rd Installment

 £                        398.00

4th Installment

 £                        398.00

5th Installment

 £                        398.00

Successful completion of the first two modules will then enable students to complete the full undergraduate programme.

For further details please do not hesitate to contact us.