Early Years Childhood Studies BA (Hons)
University of Bolton
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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University of Bolton Main Site, Greater Manchester

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Start date

SEP-24

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Duration

3 Years

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

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University of Bolton Main Site, Greater Manchester

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SEP-24

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3 Years

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Do you want a rewarding career working with younger children? Our BA (Hons) Early Years Childhood Studies degree aims to develop your understanding of the theory and practice of early childhood, supporting you to develop the skills vital for career success in this expanding sector.At the University of Bolton, we believe that linking your course content and real-life situations is crucial to your understanding of early childhood studies. Our BA (Hons) Early Years Childhood Studies degree is an ...Read more

Do you want a rewarding career working with younger children? Our BA (Hons) Early Years Childhood Studies degree aims to develop your understanding of the theory and practice of early childhood, supporting you to develop the skills vital for career success in this expanding sector.At the University of Bolton, we believe that linking your course content and real-life situations is crucial to your understanding of early childhood studies. Our BA (Hons) Early Years Childhood Studies degree is an excellent qualification if you want a career working with young children and need to develop the necessary work experience. It's also ideal if you're already working with young children and want to obtain a formal qualification to support your career development.By studying with us, you can develop essential knowledge and understanding of early years and childhood studies while experiencing life at our supportive, student-focused, multicultural campus in the heart of the North West of England. Our highly-qualified professional tutors will draw on their wealth of experience from a wide range of settings as they guide you through the theories and research that underpin early childhood practices. The work-based element of the course will help bring your learning to life and give you experience using your new knowledge and skills in the workplace.In some modules, you may be taught alongside professionals who work in related services and professions. These connections help promote the multi-agency team approach that is such an important part of the early childhood agenda. We also aim to help you develop lifelong learning skills so that you can take ownership of your professional development for the future, maximising your potential for success.Overall, our supportive team will guide and encourage you, helping you develop into a confident, capable early years professional.

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Modules

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96 Grades / Points required

Any subjects are acceptable at Level 3. Subjects relevant to the study of early years and childhood studies are preferred.

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£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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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.

£9,250 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

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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.

£9,250 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

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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.

£9,250 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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£13,550 per year

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£13,550 per year

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