Early Childhood Development and Learning HND
Coventry University
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Being involved in the educational and personal growth of children can offer a highly fulfilling profession. This course specifically concentrates on children aged 0-8, with the goal of equipping you to make a valuable contribution to early childhood development.You’ll be introduced to the key concepts and principles of childhood development and learning with the expectation of gaining an understanding of factors that impact upon learning and development, from both individual needs to ...Read more

Being involved in the educational and personal growth of children can offer a highly fulfilling profession. This course specifically concentrates on children aged 0-8, with the goal of equipping you to make a valuable contribution to early childhood development.You’ll be introduced to the key concepts and principles of childhood development and learning with the expectation of gaining an understanding of factors that impact upon learning and development, from both individual needs to environmental influences, for children between the ages of 0 to 8 years.Critical appraisal of childhood perception is explored as is the analysis of the role of statutory guidance for early years practice and legislation.This Higher National Diploma (HND) follows the curriculum for Years 1 and 2 of the Early Childhood Development and Learning BA (Hons) degree course.For the most up-to-date information about course content, part-time study or our additional academic support, please visit our website.

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Entry requirements

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UCAS Tariff

UCAS Tariff:

80 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

M:15 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

24 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DM Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

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from a minimum of two A2 levels or BTEC equivalent qualification.

The Access to HE Diploma to include 15 Level 3 credits at Merit. Plus GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics at grade 4 / C or above.

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Childhood and Youth Studies

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Psychology
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Sociology
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Religious Studies & Theology
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Health & Social Care
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English Literature
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£18,300 per year

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The average student living cost in the Midlands is £822 a month, comfortably one of the cheapest regions in the UK.

£18,300 per year

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The average student living cost in the Midlands is £822 a month, comfortably one of the cheapest regions in the UK.

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Coventry University
Coventry University , Coventry

Coventry University is a global, modern university with a mission to create better futures....

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Coventry University
8 Mile Lane Coventry Warwickshire CV1 2TU United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Coventry  0.4 miles away

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