Course summary
The Early Years Pedagogue offers teachers and high achieving BA Childhood Practice graduates the opportunity to specialise further in their field and best meet the needs of children in nursery and early primary school. The course incorporates the need for teachers and practitioners to critically reflect on the adult’s role in developing and understanding young children’s learning journeys and narratives alongside recognising the vital role that the environment has to play in developing health, well-being and achievement. Its blended approach to learning helps to support professional training and networking across local authorities, alongside practice-based assessments. The Early Years Pedagogue (replacing the Early Years Teacher Specialism) is recognised by the Scottish Government, and many local authorities, as a qualification that provides the opportunity for the early years workforce to develop/strengthen their specialist knowledge of the early years. The course develops opportunities for you to view your work in nursery and early primary settings in Scotland, in line with contemporary research and international perspectives of what makes effective early years pedagogy. Part of the School of Education who are ranked 6th in the UK for Education (Complete University Guide 2023)
Modules
This course offers teachers and high achieving BACP graduates the chance to specialise further in their field and best meet the needs of children in nursery and early primary school. The first year explores contemporary and historical perspectives in relation to what matters in early education and how these relate to early years practice. The second year looks in depth at how children learn from pre-birth and ways that teachers can use their knowledge of children as learners, the wider life of families and communities to lead pedagogy and work alongside stakeholders to develop learning. Year 1: Taking Action: Child, Family & Community Efficacy, Creating Stimulating Learning Environments: Indoors & Out, Listening to Children & Hearing their Voices Year 2: The Connected Child: Early Child Development, Leading in a Time of Change, Child-Centred & Child-Focused Approaches to Practitioner Research Year 3: Dissertation
Assessment method
The course is assessed through written coursework that draws on academic study and reflection on practical experiences in education.
Entry requirements
The Early Years Pedagogue is a specialist postgraduate route for General Teaching Council for Scotland registered teachers and SSSC registered educators with a Bachelor of Arts in Childhood Practice. Equivalent qualifications, professional registration and experience will be considered for applicants outside of Scotland. Applicants should hold a post with an appropriate age group (3-8), or have sufficient guaranteed access to such a position in order to fulfil the assessment requirements of each module.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
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Sponsorship information
There are several scholarship opportunities available for students applying for this course. Please see website for further details.
Provider information
University of Strathclyde
McCance Building
16 Richmond Street
Glasgow
G1 1XQ