Course Summary

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

Campus Name: Main Site

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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

Student satisfaction : 0%

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

Go onto work and study: 0%

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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