Foundation Degree in Early Years

About this course

This course is for those who are currently working or volunteering in an early years setting and want to gain a qualification that will help professional progression. You can “learn as you earn” by combining workplace learning with part-time study.

The course compromises Level 4 in the first year and Level 5 in the second, leading to a top up Level 6 year at Kingston University which results in a BA(Hons) degree.

The degree is designed for those who are working or volunteering with young children in a range of settings and roles. Roles may include, but are not limited to: Early Years Practitoner, Childminder, Nursery Supervisor/manager, pre-school or Playgroup staff, Play Workers or Teaching Assistants/Learning Support Assistants. 

This course is taught by industry experienced teachers who have a range of experience and qualifications, including degree status, relevant to the subjects taught on the foundation degree.

Download our Information Sheet here

How to apply

Applications are made through the Universities and College Admissions Service (UCAS) UCAS website and the team can support you with the application. Contact julia.chaplin@brooklands.ac.uk for further information.

UCAS Code:

X110

X120 (Early Years Educator)

What will the course involve?

This course will equip you with higher level skills and a sound knowledge of areas relevant to your work including local and national statutory frameworks, theories of learning, collaborative working with agencies and families, educational systems and a deeper understanding of child development, observation and assessment. You will reflect upon your practice of working with babies and children from birth to five years with opportunities to explore and develop an in-depth understanding of safeguarding, child protection, ethics and diversity. Flexible study will enable you to engage with a wide range of reading and you will develop essential skills of academic writing, planning your studies, engagement with research and critical reflection and analysis of both your practice and reading.

Current Modules Covered

Modules in Year 1:

• Personal and Professional Development Through Reflective Practice
• Child Development, Observation and Assessment
• Child Protection and Ethical Practices Of Working With Children
• Inclusive Education and Inter-professional Perspectives

Modules in Year 2:

• Historical and International Perspectives of Early Years Education
• Early Years Pedagogy and Practice
• Effective Communication Skills
• Special Project

Qualification Awarded by Kingston University

Download our Information Sheet here

How to apply

Applications are made through the Universities and College Admissions Service (UCAS) UCAS website and the team can support you with the application. Contact julia.chaplin@brooklands.ac.uk for further information.

UCAS Code: X110

X120 (Early Years Educator)

Contact

For further information about entry requirements please contact our Admissions Team on 01932 797 797, or Julia Chaplin, course tutor for L4 and L5 on julia.chaplin@brooklands.ac.uk

How is the course assessed?

A variation of assessments through written assignments, practical presentations and practitioner research.

What qualifications will I need?

Guidance On Entry Criteria

• Minimum Level 3 (or equivalent) in Early Years
• You must be working or volunteering at least 16 hours per week with babies and children from birth to five years old within an Early Years setting
• Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) is offered to those who are unsure of the current value of their qualifications
• Enquiries from mature students are actively welcomed
• All non-UK applicants must meet our English language requirements. For this course it is Academic IELTS of 6.5 overall

For further information about entry requirements please contact our Admissions Team on 01932 797 797, or Julia Chaplin, course tutor for L4 and L5 on julia.chaplin@brooklands.ac.uk