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Early Years Studies at Nottingham College - UCAS

Nottingham College

Degree level: Undergraduate
Awarded by: Nottingham Trent University

Early Years Studies

Course summary

This part-time degree course is designed for people working in the Early Years Practitioners sector and wish to progress to work as a senior practitioner or on to an early years’ teacher training course. It is a flexible, work-based programme, designed to allow you to continue to work whilst studying and has been developed in association with local employers and professional bodies. This sector-endorsed course is ideal to progress your career if you’re currently a childminder, teaching assistant in the foundation stage, nursery nurse, nursery manager or learning support assistant. This Foundation Degree is awarded by Nottingham Trent University (NTU. About the course During the course, you’ll need to work for at least ten hours per week in an early years post. A statement of support and commitment from your employer/mentor stating that they will be able to meet the full range of roles and responsibilities in the workplace will be needed. Modules may include: -study skills and current initiatives -personal development and professional practice -play, children’s early learning and the curriculum -diversity and social justice -observing in the early years -supporting health and wellbeing -safeguarding children-child protection -meeting individual needs -understanding and supporting behaviour in a learning environment -the early years curriculum in context -managing research in an educational context The course will build on your existing knowledge of children’s development and learning, as well as developing your understanding of current policies and practice in early years settings. You’ll also acquire professional and practical skills such as planning, assessment and teamwork. Assessment Your work will be assessed on a continuous basis through reports, presentations and essays. Your career and progression You could continue your studies to obtain a full degree, and then, if you wish, progress to Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Assessment method

Work will be assessed on a continuous basis through reports, presentations and essays.


How to apply

To apply for this course you will be taken to the provider's website, where you can find out more information and make an application.

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

Students are advised to contact their own national student finance service for up-to-date information concerning potential financial support. Applicants who are permanently resident outside the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Gibraltar or Republic of Ireland are advised to contact the College before submitting an application. Any additional costs or fees are shown on the UCAS page for each individual course.

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Applicants will be invited to attend an informal interview and asked for suitable references.

Additional entry requirements

Interview

Applicants meeting the minimum entry requirements will be invited to attend an informal interview and to provide suitable references.


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)5.5An overall band score of 5.5; with no individual component less than 5.0.

Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Republic of Ireland £4500 Year 1
EU £4500 Year 1
England £4500 Year 1
Northern Ireland £4500 Year 1
Scotland £4500 Year 1
Wales £4500 Year 1
Channel Islands £4500 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

Students are advised to contact their own national student finance service for up-to-date information concerning potential financial support. Applicants who are permanently resident outside the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Gibraltar or Republic of Ireland are advised to contact the College before submitting an application. Any additional costs or fees are shown on the UCAS page for each individual course.
Early Years Studies at Nottingham College - UCAS