Early Childhood Studies
The Foundation Degree in Early Childhood Studies will provide you with the opportunity to develop a thorough knowledge and understanding of early years and related issues, enabling you to become a competent and well qualified Early Years Practitioner.
| Award Name | Degree - Foundation at UK Level 5 |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Queens University Belfast |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Foundation at UK Level 5 | Queens University Belfast |
Duration
2 years full-time.
Entry Requirements
Irish Leaving Certificate Requirements
H5H5H5H5H5 to include English and Mathematics.
Careers / Further progression
Careers/Progression
Graduates of the foundation degree will have qualified status to work in the education sector in posts such as nursery school assistant, classroom assistant and special needs assistant etc.
Graduates of the Foundation Degree will have the opportunity to progress to year 2 of the full time BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies Degree course at Stranmillis University College, subject to the availability of places. This degree is also offered in part-time mode of study at Stranmillis and successful FD graduates may wish to consider this option for progressing their studies.
Find out more about the BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies degree programme at Stranmillis at https://www.stran.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-hons-early-childhood-studies-2/
Please note that onward progression to a postgraduate teaching qualification in Northern Ireland requires applicants to have GCSE English, maths and science at grade C or above, or specified equivalent qualifications.
Further information
Course fee: To be confirmed.
Full-time applications to the course should be made through UCAS using UCAS code LX53 and selecting Northern Regional College. Closing dates are subject to UCAS deadlines.
What needs to be done?
You'll need to leave enough time to complete your application, resolve any queries and make sure it reaches us by the deadlines:
31st January 2024 for 2024 entry at 18:00 (UK time) – for the majority of courses.
Selection process is completed through our partner University Stranmillis College. Please email registry@stran.ac.uk if you require further information on entry requirements or the admissions process for the Foundation Degree in Early Childhood Studies.
Start Date: 16th September 2024. End Date: 6th June 2026.
Course Overview
The Foundation Degree in Early Childhood Studies will provide you with the opportunity to develop a thorough knowledge and understanding of early years and related issues, enabling you to become a competent and well qualified Early Years Practitioner. It will also give you a nationally recognised qualification and evidence of your ability to work in the Early Years sector. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to progress to year 2 of the BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies course at Stranmillis University College.
This course is validated by Queen's University Belfast and quality assured by Stranmillis University College.
You will study 12 modules in total, for example:
Child Development
Professional Practice
The Acquisition of Language and Communication Skills
Learning Through Play
Quality Provision in Early Years
Historical Overview of the Development of Early Years Provision
Safeguarding Children
Developing Skills and Strategies for Managing Children’s Behaviour
Working with Children with Additional Needs
Anti-Discriminatory Practice and Inclusion in the Early Years Environment
Science and Technology in the Early Years
There are no additional mandatory costs for this course.
Assessment methods include assignments, case studies, practical exercises, presentations, examinations and placement assessments.
This course is validated by Queen's University Belfast and quality assured by Stranmillis University College.
Contact
Admissions
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