MA Early Years Education

The Early Years Education MA course offered by University College London (UCL) is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the early education field. The course takes an inclusive and dynamic approach to learning, drawing on international examples. This full-time program lasts one year and is also available as a flexible part-time program lasting two to five years.Course Content: The Early Years Education MA course combines theory with practice to look critically at early years pedagogy from a range of perspectives. It includes the study of child development, the curriculum, the effect of the learning environment, and the importance of family and community. The course also provides students with the knowledge and understanding they need to work at a senior level within this dynamic sector.Key Modules: The curriculum of this course includes Compulsory Modules such as Foundations of Educational Research, Child development 0-8 years: inclusive, international perspective, Curriculum and pedagogy in Early years: inclusive, international perspectives, Play and learning: inclusive, international perspectives, and Places to learn 0-8: inclusive, international perspectives. It also includes optional modules, like Leadership of Educational Settings, Psychological Aspects of Education, and Working with Parents and Families.Accreditations: Upon successful completion of 180 credits, including a dissertation, you will be awarded an MA in Early Years Education.Future Careers: This course aims to equip students with knowledge and skills that would be beneficial in various career paths such as teachers and leaders in the early years sector, as children’s center leaders, local authority officers, or in headquarters roles for large chain providers of private sector nurseries. Graduates can also pursue a career in policy and advocacy roles in NGOs and international agencies.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.