About the course

If you currently work in the early years sector and have a relevant Foundation degree or equivalent in this field, this top-up course will bring you up to a full Honours degree in just one year - opening up exciting career opportunities.

The Applied Early Years Studies BA (Hons) is a top-up (progression) course which builds on knowledge and skills gained from work experience as well as a relevant Foundation degree or equivalent course. Your studies offer you the chance to develop an in-depth understanding of child development and early years education from a variety of professional perspectives. Your learning builds on your experience in the workplace and the course content adapts to suit your needs, interests and circumstances.

Why choose this course?

• Study alongside employment, putting theory into practice in your work
• Develop your skills based on a sound knowledge and understanding of early years learner development
• Be able to meet the needs of all children within a culturally diverse society
• Build skills that allow you to communicate effectively with learners, colleagues, parents/carers and other professionals
• Learn from tutors with a wealth of experience in early years education
• Develop your understanding of the importance of education research and enquiry
• Choose a research dissertation topic and carry out research in your own area
• After graduation, progress in our own early years setting, moving towards leadership or management roles, or go on to early years or primary teacher training