Early Childhood (Top Up) BA (Hons)

University of Chichester

Overview

Conclude your journey towards a full BA degree in Early Childhood Studies

The BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies (level 6 top up) is a one-year full-time or two-year part-time course. It is delivered one day a week making sure it’s flexible to accommodate your other commitments.

The range of modules enables you to explore key aspects of childhood from the psychological and sociological, to the global and cultural, to the economic and educational. You will develop problem-solving, critical analysis and independent thinking skills as well as gaining knowledge of areas which are of particular interest.

On this course you will

• Investigate, understand and analyse the fast-changing landscape of working with young children.
• Gain your full BA degree in Early Childhood Studies.
• Provide a firm foundation for a career within educational settings.

Assessment

It is important that our assessments are designed to meet the various learning needs of students. We offer a variety of assessment methods that include presentations, assignments, exams, academic posters and placement portfolios. We also encourage our students to publish their work. Past students have had articles accepted in sector publications such as Early Years Educator.

Careers

Develop your career opportunities within early years professions

With this degree, you can pursue a career as an Early Years Practitioner. You’ll foster and develop the abilities, social skills and understanding of children aged three to five, focusing on optimum child development and preparation for a successful transition to primary school education.

Possible career paths include:

• Early Years management
• Teaching
• Health and social care
• Policy-making
• Nursery management
• Hospital support
• Outreach worker with family centres
• Community development