Course summary

This course is for students who have completed FdA Early Childhood Studies at University Centre at Blackburn College who wish to continue their studies at higher level and leave with a BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies qualification. You will study five modules in order to complete your course. You'll be required to complete four compulsory modules and will be able to choose the additional fifth module from a choice of three. This programme offers you the opportunity to explore in depth some of the most challenging and fundamental issues concerning young children and their families in the twenty-first century. Following on from knowledge gained from the FdA Early Childhood Studies degree, you will be expected to work collaboratively and independently in order to succeed at this higher level of study. Previous modules studied on the FdA Early Childhood Studies Degree will provide you with the underpinning knowledge and experience required to promote development and further exploration of this exciting area of study. There are opportunities for national and international travel as part of the course. Past visits have included: Prague, Berlin and Budapest. During the trip you'll be able to explore the culture and practices within the Early Childhood sector in the country you're visiting.