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Early Childhood Studies with Early Years Practitioner Status with a Year Abroad at Swansea University - UCAS

Swansea University

Degree level: Undergraduate

Early Childhood Studies with Early Years Practitioner Status with a Year Abroad

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2023 - 20242024 - 20252025 - 2026
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Course summary

Our Early Childhood Studies with Early Years Practitioner Status with a Year Abroad is accredited by Social Care Wales and offers opportunities for students to engage with infants, toddlers, young children and their families. Students spend a minimum of 700 hours on placement in settings such as primary schools and early childhood centres over the 3-year programme and are required to demonstrate competency in National Occupational Standards. This degree is designed for the student who wants to play a vital role in the education and support of young children in a professional capacity. Graduating students earn the Early Years Practitioner Status qualification which means you will be fully qualified to immediately enter the workforce in a range of early childhood settings. As a student within the School of Social Sciences, you can expect to gain practical work-based experience combined with theoretical and policy-based knowledge as well as the transferable skills required for effective Early Years practice. We are ranked 3rd in the UK for Research Quality (Complete University Guide 2023). Early Childhood Studies at Swansea is ranked: 3rd in the UK for Research Quality (Complete University Guide 2024) 4th in the UK Overall (Complete University Guide 2024) 95% of graduates in employment &/or study, or doing other activities, such as travelling, 15 months after leaving Swansea University (HESA 2023) Our degree will provide you with a range of career options across the sector including Early Years Teaching, Support Work, Assistant Teaching, or Postgraduate study. You will need an additional study for some careers, such as Initial Teacher Education (ITE) or Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) qualification to become a teacher. You will spend a year abroad between your second and final year, broadening your skills and experience. Our partner institutions span the globe, with opportunities varying each year. If you wish to receive more information, please contact [email protected]

Modules

The Early Childhood Studies with Early Years Practitioner Status is made up of compulsory modules covering a range of themes. Students also spend a minimum of 700 hours of placement in early childhood settings throughout the course. In the first year of study, you will be taught through lectures and tutorials. Examples of modules include: Child Development; Early Childhood Education and Care: Policy, Practice and Safeguarding; The Social Construction of Childhood. In the second year, you will learn through seminars and group-work. Examples of modules include: Play Throughout The Early Years; Research with Children, Families and Practitioners; Protecting and Promoting Wellbeing in Education. You will have the opportunity to spend a year abroad between your second and final year, broadening your skills and experiencing different cultures. Our partner institutions span the globe, with opportunities varying each year. In the final year, you will undertake independent study through research methods, a dissertation or practice portfolio and also be taught through seminars and group-work. Examples of modules include: Leadership and Management; Early Childhood Transitions; Professional Reflective Practice. For the full programme structure and module breakdown, please visit our course webpage at: https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/social-sciences/education-childhood-studies/ba-early-childhood-studies-eyps, or get in touch with us at [email protected]

Assessment method

We offer a variety of assessment methods within our programmes. In addition to traditional coursework and essays examples of other assessment include: Group and independent presentations; Creating a vlog or blog; Written reports and reflections. Throughout your undergraduate Early Childhood Studies with Early Years Practitioner Status with a Year Abroad degree, you will develop excellent research and analytical skills and learn to present your ideas effectively both verbally and in writing. For full breakdown of course structure and assessment please visit our course webpage https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/social-sciences/education-childhood-studies/ba-early-childhood-studies-eyps, or get in touch with us at [email protected]

How to apply

31Jan

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:
X312
Institution code:
S93
Campus name:
Singleton Park Campus
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

Swansea University welcomes students from all around the globe with a wide range of international qualifications. With our community of staff and students from over 130 different countries, Swansea can feel like a home away from home. We have dedicated international teams readily available to support students from the application process right the way through to graduation. The International@campuslife team contain fully trained immigration specialists who help students, and their families in several ways - from support with visas and immigration to settling into life in the UK. We also offer a range of international scholarships available to students who can demonstrate academic excellence. Full details of the scholarships we have available can be found here: www.swansea.ac.uk/international-students/my-finances/international-scholarships/ Entry requirements for individual courses can vary. If you are currently studying towards non-UK qualifications or hold a non-UK qualification you must obtain a suitable equivalent for entry onto our courses. All our minimum entry requirements and relevant country information can be found on our country pages: www.swansea.ac.uk/international-students/my-country/ Most academic departments will ask for an IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) for undergraduate degrees but there are exceptions, and you should always check the individual entry requirements on our course pages. If you have any questions about specific entry requirements, please contact [email protected]

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

English language requirements

For applicants whose first language is not English we require a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) and no less than 5.5 in each component.

English Language Requirements at Swansea University

https://www.swansea.ac.uk/admissions/english-language-requirements/

Student Outcomes

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65%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
90%
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Fees and funding

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Early Childhood Studies with Early Years Practitioner Status with a Year Abroad at Swansea University - UCAS