By linking current research and child development theory to professional practice, the course offers a professional development opportunity to those working in early years and childcare. There are established relationships with local and regional employers.
The combination of study with workplace learning offers an opportunity to link theory and practice, develop understanding of how children learn, and develop and explore aspects of social policy that affects children and their families.
Graduates may pursue careers across a wide range of roles in the children and young people's sector, including:
Early years manager
Nursery manager
Youth worker
Teaching assistant
Safeguarding
Special needs and disability (SEN/SEND).
As a full time student, you will attend one day per week, spend two days in an appropriate setting, and use the remaining time for independent study.
Upon successful completion, students may apply to the BA (Hons) Level 6 Tup up Childhood Studies, studied at the University Centre- Stockport College. Opportunities for career progression include management positions, PGCE Primary qualification routes, and Early Years teacher Status (EYTS).
For further information please contact us by visiting the contact page on the college website.
Although every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained within this document is accurate, there may be changes to this programme and provision. We will endeavour to keep prospective and current students updated where appropriate and when the information becomes available.
On this programme you will study the following modules:
Year One
The Enabling Practitioner in the 21st Century
The Reflective Student
Learning and Development
Working Together
Pioneers and Pedagogies
Effective Teamwork
Year Two
The Critically Reflective Student
Safeguarding in Practice
Leadership and Management
Research Theory and Practice
Positive Relationships
Practitioners as Play Partners
A range of assessment methods are used from reports and essays to presentations, academic posters and portfolios. Typically each module has one form of assessment attached to it. The assessments have been carefully designed to support and develop your skills in independent thinking and learning.
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Trafford & Stockport College Group has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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The following entry points are available for this course:
Whilst applications are considered on an individual basis, offers are usually based on a requirement to have:
64 UCAS points
Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject
Other related level 3 qualifications
4 GCSEs at grade C (grade 4) or above, including maths and English
Access to Higher Education Diploma in a relevant area
Related work experience will be considered in the absence of level 3 equivalent qualifications.
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| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £8000 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £8000 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £8000 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £8000 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Students need a current enhanced DBS certificate, issued within 12 months of the start of the course. This may be applied and paid for at enrolment. DBS currently costs £48.50.
Town Centre Campus
Wellington Road South
Stockport
SK1 3UQ
Email:info@stockport.ac.uk
Phone:0300 300 0090
Email:admissions@stockport.ac.uk
Phone:0161 296 6951
Email:Admissions@stockport.ac.uk
Phone:0161 296 6951