Early Childhood Studies FdA
South Gloucestershire and Stroud College
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Salary
Salary of all UK Graduates of
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £22820 | £18460 | £20799 |
25-75 percentile range | £17528 - £26934 | £13130 - £23882 | £14555 - £27277 |
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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
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Costs
Tuition Fees Early Childhood Studies FdA
EU | £7995 | year 1 |
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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.
Student composition of South Gloucestershire and Stroud College
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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
- undergraduates:
- postgraduates:
- Total:
- 0
Where is this programme taught
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