Start Date
- September 2025, Full Time
This programme is subject to validation / revalidation by UEA, ready to accept new entrants from September 2025. Therefore, for next year there may be some changes to this advertised course content following this process
Summary
This programme will suit people who are looking for a career in, or are already working, with children and young people. Many of the students who take this programme are working in nurseries, schools or special needs schools, for example as learning support assistants.
This course enhances practice and facilitates professional progression through the acquisition of transferable skills, such as reflecting in and on practice, working collaboratively and effectively as a team member, and conducting research using appropriate tools and methodology. Study of this programme will enable you to analyse ethical and professional conflicts that arise in practice and to develop the ability to communicate knowledge and ideas in your own existing or prospective settings.
The programme is taught through group work, tutorials, lectures, seminars, practical based research and guided independent study.
All of City College Norwich’s Degree programmes are validated by the UEA, meaning that the quality of the awards you get is assured by a world renowned Higher Education organisation.
UCAS Course Code: X310
If you have any specific questions about this course, please contact Jasmine Presley - Course Leader BA (Hons) Childhood Studies (Top-Up) email: jasmine.presley@ccn.ac.uk
Entry Requirements
Applicants should have a Foundation Degree in a relevant subject area (achieving 240 credits).
Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. For International students we require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading), the required minimum is: IELTS Academic (SELT) 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components). Please contact the Advice shop for advice and guidance. International candidates are also actively encouraged to access the International Students webpage
Assessment
This programme is assessed using a variety of methods including written assignments, individual presentations, creative workshops, field research, seminars, portfolios and examinations.
Progression
The programme could also open up opportunities for post-graduate study leading to other qualifications, for example in teaching or Social Work.
Career Progression
Graduates from this programme can expect to access a wide variety of careers, including management of settings and local authority work in support of children or teaching.
Fees
£9,250 per year (for UK students)
For international students (students from outside of the UK), fees are set at £14,335 per year
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