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UndergraduateWarwickshire College and University Centre has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
This carefully designed course has been developed to provide professional progression for those who have completed a Level 5 qualification in Early Years. The course further develops students' subject knowledge, understanding and judgement and explores relationships between different aspects of the field of study to examine it in a broader perspective. The course develops personal effectiveness and the employability of students in line with Government policy to upskill the workforce involved within the Early Years sector. Successful completion of this course will allow you to progress to further study leading to Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). *Please note that the Level 6 Top-Up course leads to a full Bachelors Degree with Honours, however it does not qualify you for the level 6 ratios of 1-13 students. To achieve the level 6 ratios you would need to undertake further study leading to EYTS or QTS. This course is delivered and awarded by Warwickshire College and is regulated by the Office for Students (OfS). For our Higher Education Terms and Conditions please visit https://wcg.ac.uk/page/701/terms-and-conditions
Modules
Modules may include: Level 6 Dissertation - Students will manage an analytical exploration of an emerging trend or issue that those working with children and young people are facing in today's changing and challenging world. Global Childhood - Students will explore the notion of a “universal child”. In addition, they will examine children's rights and responsibilities with a global perspective and international aid, and its potential to alleviate poverty. Lastly, they will identify how globalisation can affect children’s lives and review educational inequalities in Less Economically Developed Countries. Effective Educational Practices - Students will identify and analyse policies and current legislation (regarding Education) and the impact of these policies on their practice. Throughout this module, students will review and analyse the development of the education system. In addition, they will discuss and review contemporary issues in Education. Diverse Childhoods - Students will study the notion of ‘equity’ and how that relates to ‘equality’. They will also review the concept of diversity and inclusion, and focus on inclusive pedagogy identifying a number of key principles, which should underpin an appropriate approach. Social Policy and Childhood - Students will explore historical aspects of social policy today, investigate children's rights and responsibilities and analyse the impact of current policy on children and their families lives. For further details about this course, please refer to the programme specification here: https://blob.wcg.ac.uk/pdf/hepdf-ncd24829-ebff32d4a77e496773fe00306c099bee.pdf We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated, please contact us for the latest information.
Assessment method
Much of the assessment evidence is generated within the workplace and is relevant to the student's current job role. There are no exams associated with this course. While there are no definitive hours for work placement on the course, a number of assessments are designed to reflect work based learning and how theory relates to practice. Employers or Work Placement Providers may be asked to make judgements on your abilities in certain areas as part of the course assessment.
How to apply
To apply for this course you will be taken to the provider's website, where you can find out more information and make an application.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
Normally applicants will be required to hold a Level 5 qualification such as a Higher National Diploma or Foundation Degree in a related (Early Years) programme with an overall Merit performance.
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £7145 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £7145 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £7145 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £7145 | 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
The following course-related costs are not included in the tuition fees:
Printing
Cost of books that you might wish to purchase
Cost of electrical equipment such as laptops, notebooks and stationery for your personal use
Accommodation and living costs not included in the fees:
This information can be obtained from our Accommodation webpage: https://wcg.ac.uk/accommodation
Sources of financial support
If you receive funding from Student Finance you may be eligible to apply for additional benefits. Details can be obtained from our HE fees and financial support webpage: https://wcg.ac.uk/page/2428/he-fees-and-financial-support
Bursaries
WCG also provides bursaries for undergraduate students, for which you may be eligible to apply. You can check your eligibility for these types of financial support, along with their value and application deadlines, at our HE fees and financial support webpage: https://wcg.ac.uk/page/2428/he-fees-and-financial-support
Provider information
Warwickshire College and University Centre
Warwick New Road
Leamington Spa
CV32 5JE