The Early Childhood (Hons) from University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) is an intellectually demanding and enjoyable course.
You'll examine issues around children's place in society, education, special educational needs, children's learning and development, language and reasoning and environments for children.
Exploring issues affecting children between birth and eight years old, you'll link theory to practice, and understand social, psychological and philosophical factors in children's lives, learning and development.
Tailoring what and how you study, you can shape the course towards your chosen career path.
Your skills will prepare you for a range of managerial careers in childcare or educational settings, children's services and family support.
You'll be qualified to work in early years setting at level 3, or if you've taken the relevant optional modules, at level 6.
You could go on to postgraduate study, including training for early years or primary teaching and Early Years Teacher Status.
Or you could progress to a postgraduate degree in play therapy, speech and language therapy, social work or psychology.
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