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Professional Practice in Early Years 0-8 (Foundation Degree) at University of Hull - UCAS

University of Hull

Degree level: Undergraduate

Professional Practice in Early Years 0-8 (Foundation Degree)

Course summary

Preparing you for the ever-evolving needs of employers in the early-years sector, this two-year foundation degree gives you the skills and attributes you need for a successful career in childhood education and care. Taught in the evenings to support paid work or volunteering with children up to the age of eight, this course brings together theory and practice to support your development as a practitioner. You’ll have access to our facilities including a simulated early years room and Forest School Training Centre. We focus on building practical skills while you learn, creating a clear pathway for a top-up qualification with Graduate Practitioner Status or other professional education routes. Why study at Hull?

  • Boost your career potential: Our accelerated two-year foundation programme is endorsed by SEFDEY (Sector Endorsed Foundation Degree in Early Years), and is recognised by the Department for Education as a ‘full and relevant qualification’.
  • Specialise in early years: As well as following the central programme, you can opt to take an optional Early Years Educator (EYE) pathway.
  • Fits around your work and life: We teach this course in the evenings to help you balance your studies with work, volunteering and family life.
Where could this take me? After graduating with your foundation degree, you’ll be ready to explore a range of opportunities in children’s services. Past graduates have taken up roles that support children with additional needs or in secure communities, as social or family support workers, or progress as practitioners in early years and community services. This degree can also open up opportunities for further postgraduate study including Graduate Practitioner Status.

Modules

Core modules include: Early Child Development: Theory into Practice Foundations for Academic Practice Social Inclusion Safeguarding and Promoting the Wellbeing of Babies, Children and Families Play and Learning Supporting Children and Babies with SEND Professional Reflective Practice: Transitions

Assessment method

You'll be assessed through a combination of written, practical and coursework assessments throughout your degree. Written assessment typically includes exams and multiple choice tests. Practical is an assessment of your skills and competencies. This could include presentations, school experience, work experience or laboratory work. Coursework typically includes essays, written assignments, dissertations, research projects or producing a portfolio of your work.


How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
X313
Institution code:
H72
Campus name:
The University of Hull
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

There are no qualification requirements for this course.

Two years (minimum) childcare experience

Additional entry requirements

Interview

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6This course requires IELTS 6.0 overall, with at least 5.5 in each skill. For other English language proficiency qualifications accepted by the University please visit www.hull.ac.uk
Institution's Own Test60% overall (with minimum 55% in each skill)

Please click below for a list of the English language qualifications we accept.

https://www.hull.ac.uk/Choose-Hull/Study-at-Hull/Admissions/English-language-requirements.aspx


Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Republic of Ireland £7500 Year 1
England £7500 Year 1
Northern Ireland £7500 Year 1
Scotland £7500 Year 1
Wales £7500 Year 1
Channel Islands £7500 Year 1
International £16500 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Professional Practice in Early Years 0-8 (Foundation Degree) at University of Hull - UCAS