Early Childhood Studies (FdA)
Roehampton UniversityLondon, United Kingdom
Course overview
Learn how to make a real difference in the lives of young children, families, and communities while developing the professional skills and knowledge you need to succeed in the early childhood sector. This programme equips you with a critical and interdisciplinary understanding of childhood from birth to eight years, drawing on education, psychology, sociology, health, and social policy. You’ll explore contemporary issues in early childhood, including equity, inclusion, and social justice, preparing you to respond thoughtfully and ethically in diverse settings.
You’ll gain practical experience and professional insight through placements in nurseries, schools, children’s centres, and community organisations, developing skills in: Child development, learning, and wellbeing Leadership, teamwork, and multi-agency collaboration Reflective practice, communication, and problem-solving Through th
Key highlights
- Interdisciplinary study of childhood from birth to eight years
- Draws on education, psychology, sociology, health and social policy
- Explores equity, inclusion and social justice in early childhood
- Placements in nurseries, schools, children's centres and community organisations
- Builds leadership, teamwork and multi-agency collaboration skills
- Develops reflective practice, communication and problem-solving
Entry requirements
- GCSE: C/4 or above — to include Mathematics, English
Careers this course leads to
- Early years practitioner
- Nursery practitioner
- Teaching assistant
- Children's centre worker
- Family support worker
- Nursery room leader
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £17,628 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Roehampton University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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