This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.
University Centre Somerset - Bridgwater & Taunton College has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Whether you are already working in an early years setting or have no experience with children, this course allows you to gain theoretical knowledge as well as practical skills through class-based learning and placement/work links. As the course is mapped against the QAA benchmarks for Early Childhood degrees and includes assessment in practice, students graduate with a BA (Hons) degree at Level 6 which is counted as full and relevant at Level 3 by the DfE. This means graduates are qualified to work as a practitioner in any Ofsted-registered setting. In addition to this, students are offered the opportunity to be assessed against the new Graduate Practitioner Competencies. Successful completion of this optional module provides you with an additional certificate. Modules may include:
- The Child in Society
- Child Health and Wellbeing
- Introduction to Leadership and Management
- The Reflective Practitioner
- Dissertation: Primary Research or Secondary Research.
Modules
The modules studied may include: • The Child in Society • Child Health and Wellbeing • Introduction to Leadership and Management • The Reflective Practitioner • Dissertation: Primary Research or Secondary Research.
Assessment method
There are no exams on this programme, each module is assessed by means of assignments which may include reflective essays, the development of learning resources and presentations. Assessments are linked to practice on several occasions and placement/work weeks are integral to learning opportunities. Teaching sessions take the form of short lectures, supervised discussions, small group work and guest speakers. Personal tutor and academic support is provided and facilitates individual and whole group progression.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
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:
- 887B
- Institution code:
- B70
- Campus name:
- Taunton Campus
- Campus code:
- T
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
International applicants must apply through UCAS; for further information please contact the HE Admissions Team
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 80 points
students are required to also have four GCSEs Grade 4 - 9 in English and Maths or a recognised equivalent Level 2 qualification
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
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
Taunton Campus
Wellington Road
Taunton
TA1 5AX
Course contact details
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