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Early Years Education and Care (with Graduate Practitioner Competencies) - BA (Hons)

York St John University

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York St John University
UCAS CODE: 2M8L

Course options

  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    York St John University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Gain a thorough understanding of the learning, development and life experiences of children in their early years. This degree will provide a firm foundation for a career making a difference to the lives of young children. As a successful graduate of this course you will meet the Graduate Practitioner Competencies specified by the Early Childhood Studies Degree Network.We have designed this course to equip you with the Graduate Practitioner Competencies you need for employment within the early years sector. The theoretical and practical modules you study will equip you with the knowledge, skills and experience required to meet these competencies.You will benefit from studying alongside students on related courses. Together you will learn about:How children and young people developChild protection and safeguarding requirementsHow specific groups of learners may be labelled and stereotyped, leading to marginalisation and exclusionMental health in children and young peopleThe impact of issues such as disability, socio-economic status, trauma and abuse on development and education.The specialist knowledge you will gain by choosing this course includes:Identifying and reflecting on the knowledge, skills and values needed to work in the early years sectorHistorical and global approaches to early years education and care, evaluating their influence on today’s professional practicesChallenges in leadership and management in the early years sector, considering different styles and approaches to leading and managing.Professional practice is central to this course. You will carry out at least 25 days of assessed placement work in every year of study. This qualifies you as having received "full and relevant" training that meets the standards of the Early Childhood Studies Degree Network.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

Tuition fees

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£ 14,000per year

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University information

York St John University

York St John University

  • University League Table

    105th

  • Campus address

    York St John University, Lord Mayor's Walk, York, North Yorkshire, YO31 7EX, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Childhood & Youth Studies

    33rd out of 42 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 150
    119 80%

    21st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    54.0 54%

    36th

    12

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.50 88%

    4th

    23

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