BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies

The BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies course offered at The University of Gloucestershire is three years full-time program that gives students an excellent grounding in early childhood studies. This course examines children's environments, relationships and influences and how these shape young children's development.Course Content: The course covers areas such as child development and learning, policy and legislation, ethics and diversity in early childhood. It also provides students with an opportunity to explore the importance of play, adoption and fostering, the business of childcare as part of the curriculum. Key Modules: The key modules of the course include Foundations of Learning, Working with Children and Families, Becoming a Professional in Early Years, Contemporary Issues in Early Childhood, Policy & Leadership in Early Years, and Working Together for Children, among others.Accreditations: The BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies course at The University of Gloucestershire is fully approved and endorsed by the Early Childhood Studies Degrees Network (ECSDN).Future Careers: The course can prepare students for a range of future careers. It offers potential paths into a variety of roles including early years teacher, family support worker, special educational needs coordinator, child psychotherapist, counsellor, social worker and roles in children's charities.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.