This degree course is awarded by the University of Chichester. The Foundation Degree in Early Years develops students understanding of theory relating to child development and reflective practice, as well as exploring topics such as Health and Wellbeing, Safeguarding and Understanding Behaviour. The growing demand for the Early Years (FdA) Foundation Degree reflects a national trend and the government’s commitment to transforming the workforce.
Course Details - Modules
With combined theoretical study and practical work, you will develop an understanding of child development and reflective practice.
The Foundation Degree in Early Years Programme is delivered over two years.
Course Details – Assessment Method
The learning outcomes of the modules are met through a mixture of taught sessions, student led seminars, workshop
activities, individual reading and reflective learning, as outlined in the module descriptors. Assessment includes written assignments, portfolios, poster presentations and reflective accounts.
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:
X315
Institution code:
E32
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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)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
- Core GCSEs grade 9-4 (A*-C) which must include English and Maths.
- Level 3 qualification for example DCE/NNEB or NVQ3/CCLD in Early Years Care and Education or equivalent.
- Applicants must be working in an Early Years/Childcare setting and normally have been employed within such a setting for at least two years, or have two years previous experience in a work placement. Applicants must be involved in at least 12 hours per week of activity-focussed time with children. You should also be able to provide evidence of completion of a normal HE access route (A levels, Childcare Level 3 NVQ, Higher Education Access course) or other evidence of capability to undertake study at Higher Education.
- Agreement from the workplace/employer to support the student through workplace learning facilitations, including provision of learning and assessment opportunities required by the course.
- Clean DBS check.
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
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Unistats information
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Fees and funding
England
6165.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
6165.0
Year 1
Scotland
6165.0
Year 1
Wales
6165.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.
Provider information
Gatton Point North
Claremont Road
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Redhill
RH1 2JX
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