South Gloucestershire and Stroud College
Early Childhood Studies FdA
South Gloucestershire and Stroud College

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 10 graduates of Early Childhood Studies FdA and other courses in Education at South Gloucestershire and Stroud College for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Education.

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Salary

Salary of all UK Graduates of

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £22820 £18460 £20799
25-75 percentile range £17528 - £26934 £13130 - £23882 £14555 - £27277

Course Description

Our foundation degrees are equivalent to studying the first two years of an honours degree, but unlike traditional degrees they have more flexible entry requirements and allow you to achieve a Foundation degree after just two years. Created in collaboration with employers, they combine academic study with developing the skills and attributes needed in the workplace. It makes them ideal preparation for a specific profession or industry or for making progress in your existing career. You can always convert to a full honours degree by taking a Level 6 programme on completion.

If you already work with children from 0-8 years or wish to start this course is right for you.

This is a full-time programme but your are only expected to attend UCWISE for one day per week and work in either voluntary or paid work for two and half days.

This contemporary and inclusive foundation degree in Early Childhood Studies supports you to develop expert knowledge of child development. Professionally relevant, the course combines in-depth academic study with meaningful practical application for children ranging from 0-8 years old. You will collaborate with others, follow independent lines of enquiry, and draw on professionals’ and lecturers’ experience to develop your knowledge and skills.

The first year, provides underpinning knowledge in a range of areas, including reflective practice, sociology of education, SEND, strategies to engage young minds importance of effective communication and partnership working.

The second year encourages a more detailed understanding of contemporary topics and allows you to investigate issues that you are passionate about. You will look academically at theories of learning and development, consider international perspectives, and draw on current debates within education.

During the course, you will gain a strong core of knowledge in psychology, sociology, and the holistic development of children. It is a highly engaging course taught through lectures, collaborative and independent study, and events with the university, and offers a uniquely supportive and challenging learning environment.

To complete the course successfully, students studying this Degree will be required to be in paid or voluntary work for at least two and a half days per week or equivalent (16 hours).

  • GRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES:
  • Nursery Manager
  • Nursery Supervisor
  • Higher Level Teaching Assistant
  • Working within the charity sector

**Coursework, Practical assignments and presentations**

Entry Requirements / Admissions

We welcome applications from international and EU students, and accept a range of international qualifications. You will need to take the following English qualification as part of the Visa process: IELTS (Academic) - Overall score of 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in each component When you are thinking about studying overseas, it is important that you understand all the costs involved. It is essential to budget for your studies prior to leaving your home country and to arrange all your funding for your tuition fees and your living costs. Please follow this link for more details about your visa requirements: https://www.gov.uk/student-visa
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Early Childhood Studies, FdA, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Early Childhood Studies FdA

EU £7995 year 1
Channel Islands £7995 year 1
Ireland £7995 year 1
England UK £7995 year 1
Northern Ireland £7995 year 1
Scotland £7995 year 1
Wales £7995 year 1
International £11750 year 1
EU £13250 year 1
Channel Islands £8500 year 1
Ireland £8500 year 1
England UK £8500 year 1
Northern Ireland £8500 year 1
Scotland £8500 year 1
Wales £8500 year 1
International £13250 year 1

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2025

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Possible Entry Points:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)

About South Gloucestershire and Stroud College

South Gloucestershire and Stroud College is an institution that offers Further and Higher Education, based in the South Gloucestershire area of England.

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Student composition of South Gloucestershire and Stroud College

Total number of students enrolled at South Gloucestershire and Stroud College by level Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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Where is this programme taught

University Centre WISE (UCWISE)
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