Early Childhood Studies (Hons) (Top-up) University College Birmingham

Overview

• Covering work with children aged 0-8 years, this top-up course is designed for anyone who has previously studied a relevant subject (up to Level 5), boosting your understanding of childhood, development and growth as well as creating new learning opportunities. You will explore themes of leadership and management and key competencies for the early years' workforce, along with a range of optional modules, from pedagogical leadership in play to socio-historical aspects of childhood.

• As part of the Early Childhood Studies (Hons) (Top-up) degree course from University College Birmingham , you will conduct in-depth research into a topic that matches your personal interests and ambitions, while you will also undertake a work placement related to your future career. On completing the course, you will be able to pursue a range of careers within the sector.

Work placements

• Work placements are vital for gaining real-life experience and for building your confidence and skills before you finish your course – and they may even lead to a job when you graduate. The Hired team can help find the ideal placement for you.
• The BA Early Childhood Studies top-up course includes a mandatory requirement of 200 hours on placement, with the setting determined by your eventual career choice.

A snapshot of some of the employers we have worked with:

• Aston University Nursery & Pre-school
• Birmingham Centre for Arts Therapies
• Arden Primary School
• Queen Alexandra College
• James Brindley Parkway
• Little Scallywags Day Nursery
• St Thomas Centre Nursery