If you currently work in the early years sector and have a relevant Foundation degree or equivalent in this field this top-up course will bring you up to a full Honours degree in just one year - opening up exciting career opportunities.The Applied Early Years Studies BA (Hons) is a top-up (progression) course which builds on knowledge and skills gained from work experience as well as a relevant Foundation degree or equivalent course. Your studies offer you the chance to develop an in-depth understanding of child development and early years education from a variety of professional perspectives. Your learning builds on your experience in the workplace and the course content adapts to suit your needs interests and circumstances. Study alongside employment putting theory into practice in your work Develop your skills based on a sound knowledge and understanding of early years learner development Be able to meet the needs of all children within a culturally diverse society Build skills that allow you to communicate effectively with learners colleagues parents/carers and other professionals Learn from tutors with a wealth of experience in early years education Develop your understanding of the importance of education research and enquiry Choose a research dissertation topic and carry out research in your own area After graduation progress in our own early years setting moving towards leadership or management roles or go on to early years or primary teacher training