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Early Childhood Studies - BA (Hons)

University of Derby

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UCAS CODE: X310

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Derby

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Discover how children learn and develop holistically from birth to 8 years. Gain experience through valuable placement opportunities whilst applying academic learning to practice. The degree draws on a range of disciplines enabling you to make a real difference to children’s lives within education, social care and health.If you’d like to make a genuine and lasting difference to children’s lives, our BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies is an excellent foundation for vital roles in health, education and social care.97% of students said they were overall satisfied with this course in the National Student Survey 2022Explore how children learn and develop from birth to eight years, building professional skills and knowledge to meet their needsEngage in a variety of placements across the three years meeting the Early Childhood Graduate Practitioner Competencies and enabling you to achieve practitioner statusThe opportunities to focus on modules specific to your Personal interests and careers aspirations (subject to demand)Broaden your experiences with opportunities including a four week international placement at a school in Milan, paediatric first aid training, the opportunity to carry out primary research which could lead to published workBenefit from the expertise of a multi-disciplinary academic team who will ensure your learning is relevant, up to date and research informedIf you complete this course and meet the entry requirements for PGCE Primary, we will guarantee you an interview - see below for full details.There can be few more rewarding professions than working with young children, helping them to reach important milestones and to develop skills that will last a lifetime. Our BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies degree is your first step to a successful and worthwhile future.

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Tuition fees

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£ 16,900per year

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University information

University of Derby

  • University League Table

    79th

  • Campus address

    Main Site, Kedleston Road, Derby, Derby, DE22 1GB, United Kingdom

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    22nd out of 42 5

  • Entry standards

    / Max 150
    112 74%

    28th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    62.0 62%

    21st

    5
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.55 89%

    1st

    4

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