Foundation Degree Early Years (Awarded by Birmingham City University)
Awarded by Birmingham City University, this course is ideal for those aspiring to enhance their professional practice and assume leadership and management responsibilities in Early Years Education. The foundation degree is a recognised qualification in the sector and can also be a steppingstone to higher level and degree studies. This course is available to study full or part-time.
This course will give you a thorough understanding of the early year’s sector and your role as a practitioner providing you with both theoretical and practical skills. The course is carefully designed to offer appropriate skills and knowledge relating to professional practice, and the application of work-based experience. It also focuses on your self-development and independent learning, as well as teamwork and your ability to manage others.
Applicants need to be 18 or older by August 31st for course enrollment. Requirements include: 48 UCAS tariff points via relevant Level 3 qualifications: A Levels, BTECs, NVQs, CACHE Diploma, or Access to HE. 2 GCSEs in English and Maths at Grade 4 or above (or Level 2 Functional Skills for Maths). Overseas qualifications need to meet these criteria. A valid DBS check is mandatory. Apply via UCAS using Birmingham City University code (B25).
You can progress onto the BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies here at the college or alternatively you can also apply for the BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies with Birmingham City University to gain a full degree. You may also seek an unqualified teaching post under the Registered Teacher Programme, or go into employment within an early years setting.
A range of approaches to learning and teaching will be adopted across the individual modules which comprise the course, to provide a stimulating and challenging learning experience. Flexible approaches will be used to ensure achievement of specific module outcomes and to facilitate the different learning styles and needs of students.
