Course Summary

Are you ready to progress in your career? Do you want to become a leader in an early years setting? Our Professional Practice degree in Early Childhood Studies is a work-based learning Level 6 top-up degree. It's designed to be studied on completion of a foundation degree (or equivalent Level 5 qualification), in an area related to early years care and education and/or the support of children and families. The course runs full time for one academic year starting in September and finishing in mid to late May. Students attend for either two evenings per week normally on a Tuesday and a Thursday 5pm until 8pm or for one full day (this will be discussed at your interview) You'll have the opportunity to develop your subject expertise by exploring contemporary issues in the care, education, health and welfare of young children and their families. In the context of your own professional practice, you'll evaluate current debates, government strategies and initiatives. Applying theory to practice, you'll undertake a range of work-based activities, including workplace analysis of the practices and models of management, teamwork, children's learning and experience. You'll develop an understanding of the key issues related to ethical practice, as well as learn how to reflect critically on workplace practices in a professional fashion.

Course Details - Modules

The module details given below are subject to change, and are the latest example of the curriculum available on this course of study. On this course, you will study a range of modules, which may include the following: · Evaluating Current Debates and Developments · Work Related Project · The Early Years Professional · Developing Through Play: Theoretical Perspectives Teaching and Learning The teaching team at Barnsley College aim to provide with an excellent student experience and provide you with the tools and support to help you achieve your academic, personal and professional potential focussing on the following · high quality teaching · an engaging and inclusive approach to learning, assessment and achievement · a clear structure through which you progress in your academic studies, your personal development and towards professional-level employment or further study. · We have a strong reputation for developing student employability, supporting your development towards graduate employment, with relevant skills embedded throughout your programme of study. We endeavour to develop curiosity, confidence, courage, ambition and aspiration in all students through · Student Involvement and Engagement · Inclusion · Integrated Programme and Assessment Experience · Digital Literacy and Skills · Employability and Enterprise

Course Details – Assessment Method

A variety of assessment methods are used, matched to the learning outcomes for your programme, allowing you to apply and demonstrate the full range of knowledge and skills that you have developed. To help you achieve your potential we emphasise learning as a collaborative process, with a range of student-led and real-world activities. This approach ensures that you fully engage in shaping your own learning, developing your critical thinking and reflective skills so that you can identify your own strengths and weaknesses, and use the extensive learning support system we offer to shape your own development. We believe the secret to great learning and teaching is simple: it is about creating an inclusive learning experience that allows all students to thrive through: · Personalised support · Expert lecturers · Strong connections with employers · An international outlook · Understanding how to use tools and technology to support learning and development

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: PECH

Institution code: B13

Campus Name: Barnsley College Higher Education Church Street Campus

Campus code:

Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements


Foundation Degree or other Level 5 qualification in an area related to education.

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails

GCSE grade C/4 or higher in English Language (or Level 2 equivalent).

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 0%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 0%

Go onto work and study: 0%

Fees and funding

England 5995.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 5995.0 Year 1
Scotland 5995.0 Year 1
Wales 5995.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Fees are quoted based on 2021 entry information and are subject to change for 2022.

Provider information

PO Box No 266
Church Street
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Barnsley
S70 2YW

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