Early Childhood Studies FdA
SGS (South Gloucestershire and Stroud College)
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Foundation Degree in Arts - FdA

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University Centre WISE (UCWISE)

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Full Time

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Start date

SEP-24

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Duration

2 Years

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Foundation Degree in Arts - FdA

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University Centre WISE (UCWISE)

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SEP-24

Duration

2 Years

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Our foundation degrees are equivalent to studying the first two years of an honours degree, but unlike traditional degrees they have more flexible entry requirements and allow you to achieve a Foundation degree after just two years. Created in collaboration with employers, they combine academic study with developing the skills and attributes needed in the workplace. It makes them ideal preparation for a specific profession or industry or for making progress in your existing career. You can ...Read more

Our foundation degrees are equivalent to studying the first two years of an honours degree, but unlike traditional degrees they have more flexible entry requirements and allow you to achieve a Foundation degree after just two years. Created in collaboration with employers, they combine academic study with developing the skills and attributes needed in the workplace. It makes them ideal preparation for a specific profession or industry or for making progress in your existing career. You can always convert to a full honours degree by taking a Level 6 programme on completion.If you already work with children from 0-8 years or wish to start this course is right for you.This is a full-time programme but your are only expected to attend UCWISE for one day per week and work in either voluntary or paid work for two and half days.This contemporary and inclusive foundation degree in Early Childhood Studies supports you to develop expert knowledge of child development. Professionally relevant, the course combines in-depth academic study with meaningful practical application for children ranging from 0-8 years old. You will collaborate with others, follow independent lines of enquiry, and draw on professionals’ and lecturers’ experience to develop your knowledge and skills.The first year, provides underpinning knowledge in a range of areas, including reflective practice, sociology of education, SEND, strategies to engage young minds importance of effective communication and partnership working.The second year encourages a more detailed understanding of contemporary topics and allows you to investigate issues that you are passionate about. You will look academically at theories of learning and development, consider international perspectives, and draw on current debates within education.During the course, you will gain a strong core of knowledge in psychology, sociology, and the holistic development of children. It is a highly engaging course taught through lectures, collaborative and independent study, and events with the university, and offers a uniquely supportive and challenging learning environment.To complete the course successfully, students studying this Degree will be required to be in paid or voluntary work for at least two and a half days per week or equivalent (16 hours).


Part time routes are available. For more information, please email HEadmissions@sgscol.ac.uk


GRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES:


• Nursery Manager
• Nursery Supervisor
• Higher Level Teaching Assistant
• Working within the charity sector

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100 - 80 = 20% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
20%
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100%

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48 Grades / Points required

This can be achieved from a variety of qualifications including A Levels, Diploma's, Access To HE and Scottish Highers.GSCE requirements: GCSE English and Maths grade C or 4.

Tuition fees

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England

£8,500 per year

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This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£8,500 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£8,500 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£8,500 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£8,500 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

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£13,250 per year

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£13,250 per year

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SGS (South Gloucestershire and Stroud College)
New Road Stoke Gifford Bristol South Gloucestershire BS34 8LP United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Filton Abbey Wood  0.2 miles away
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