BA (Hons) Childhood Studies

Introduction

Are you passionate about working with children and making a positive impact on their lives? Do you aspire to develop your career in the childcare sector? Then our new BA(Hons) Childhood Studies at University College Jersey in partnership with University of Plymouth is the perfect course for you.

Our comprehensive curriculum will develop your knowledge of child development, advocacy for children, sustainability and coaching and mentoring. Our graduates are highly sought after due to their strong theoretical foundation and practical experience. Join a thriving industry that offers immense opportunities for personal and professional growth.

This three-year full-time or six-year part-time course, tailored specifically to meet the childcare sector of Jersey’s requirements through a blended learning delivery by equipping you with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in your chosen field. Through this programme of study, you will gain a deep understanding of child development while developing essential management and pedagogical practices.

Please note:
Course fees could be subject to change.
This course will only run if sufficient applications are received.

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Course Overview

BA (Hons) Childhood Studies

Level 6
Children & Young People
Full Time

Entry requirements

· 96 UCAS points / International baccalaureate: minimum 25 points
· GCSE Maths and English at grade 4/C or above
· Other Level 3 qualifications will be considered and mature applicants with relevant professional experience will be considered on an individual basis

Cost per year

£9,535.00

DBS Required

YES

Work experience

Work based learning/ placement aims to provide students with experience of the work-based environment within an organisational setting. The focus is to allow students to carry out work activities using key skills developed within modules, and to contextualise their experiences within the workplace, developing an understanding of the links between theory and practice. Work-based learning/placement aims to enable students to enhance their employability and career management skills through a practical work-based placement.

Students will gain valuable experience working with children within early years and key stage 1-3 environments to meet the Jersey Early Years Educator standards. Through completing work based learning hours and achieving competencies at level three the student will be eligible to be counted in the staff/child ratios in Jersey. Students are required to complete a minimum of 300 hours of work-based learning during year 1.