Early Childhood Studies with Foundation Year Canterbury Christ Church University

Overview

This course in Early Childhood Studies with Foundation Year from Canterbury Christ Church University explores the extraordinary time in children's lives from before birth to approximately eight years old. We examine the factors and experiences that shape their early development and growth. We look at early childhood from a range of perspectives - including psychology, education, health, sociology, law and science - so that you will be well placed to act as an advocate for young children within a range of professional disciplines upon graduation.

As part of the course our students are offered opportunities to consider cultural differences in early childhood development. They are also offered practice-based experiences so they can observe in practice how professionals can impact on how young children develop and grow.

Why Study Early Childhood Studies with Foundation Year?

If you think you can make a difference to the lives of young children and their families, then Early Childhood Studies may be the right choice for you.

On this course, you'll discover how children develop, learn and think. You will explore the complexities of child development and growth, and children’s earliest experiences from the moment of conception to the end of their early childhood.

During the foundation year, you'll gain an introduction to education and human development and you'll develop the skills needed to study at degree level.

As you progress through the degree, you'll gain significant experience through practice-based experiences where you'll have opportunities to explore practice and the roles of professionals supporting children in the early years of their lives and their families.

The combination of strong academic study and diverse practice-based experiences will help to prepare you for many exciting careers where you can make a real difference to children’s lives.

Your future career

The degree prepares you for employment in the early years sector, equips you with a range of transferable skills and is designed to enhance employability and future work opportunities in a range of areas. Our graduates enjoy successful careers across education, health, social care, research, policy and charity-based settings locally, and globally. You will also be well equipped to pursue postgraduate study or undertake further professional training.