29Mar
UndergraduateUniversity of Suffolk has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
The Foundation degree in Early Years and Childhood Studies is an exciting programme aimed at those working, or wishing to work, with children aged 0- 11 years. Links between theory and practice will be explored as well as the key issues that impact on children’s development. The changing view of childhood will also be studied as well as the implications of safeguarding for children and practitioners. The course is suitable as a pathway to primary school teaching (you must also achieve GCSE Maths, English and Science). We welcome applications from those working within the childcare sector and from those who may not have child care experience but wish to enter this field. Employment or a voluntary placement is required as part for this course. Whist this is a full-time course, typically this course generally only requires 1-2 days on campus attendance, supported by self-directed study. This means you can continue to work alongside your studies and balance other commitments.
Modules
Please see our website for module information.
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- X315
- Institution code:
- S82
- Campus name:
- University of Suffolk at East Coast College (Lowestoft)
- Campus code:
- L
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 80 points
A level - CDD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMP
T Level - P
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Other
Students are required to be in suitable paid or voluntary employment with children for a minimum of 20(FT) hours per week and hold a satisfactory Enhanced CRB or Disclosure & Barring Service check.
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £8220 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £8220 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £8220 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £8220 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £8220 | Year 1 |
| EU | £15090 | Year 1 |
| International | £15090 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £15090 | 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.
Provider information
University of Suffolk
Waterfront Building
Neptune Quay
Ipswich
IP4 1QJ