Course Summary

The course is a 3 year course, run for 6 semesters, each semester is 12 weeks of teaching. The fees quoted are payable for each year. This is a part-time course for people passionate about early years who are either working in childcare. They should hold a Level 3 qualification and be able to demonstrate, at interview, the potential to succeed in higher education. The Foundation Degree is comprised of a range of modules which focus on working with children and it has a special emphasis on holistic learning. It includes taught elements, individual research and theoretical perspectives that related to practice. Specialist subjects’ modules enable you to further develop your knowledge of children’s development and learning. These modules cover: child development, theories of learning, children and families, safeguarding, embracing diversity, legislative frameworks and play, Health and Well-being. Additional modules assist you in acquiring transferable graduate skills: action planning, report writing and reflective practice. Many of the modules require you to relate theoretical perspectives to practice in your workplace enabling you to implement new ideas and develop expertise. On successful completion of the course you will be awarded an FdA.

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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: L520

Institution code: C09

Campus Name: Cambridge Campus

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

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International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

Level 3 qualification – this could be in a related subject such as Childcare, Health and Social Care or A Level but other Level 3 qualifications will be considered.

Applicants should either be working in an Early Years setting or willing to start employment or voluntary placement for at least two days a week. All applicants must have a current Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) document

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

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English language requirements

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Unistats information

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Fees and funding

England 3995.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 3995.0 Year 1
Scotland 3995.0 Year 1
Wales 3995.0 Year 1
Channel Islands 3995.0 Year 1

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Provider information

King Hedges Road
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