FdA Early Years and Primary Practice
University of SuffolkIpswich, United Kingdom
Course overview
“We must look to the children as a vehicle for bringing change to humanity” Maria Montessori | It has been noted in several contexts that children of today will become leaders of tomorrow. Thus, all those that work with, care for, and support children’s holistic development from 0-12 years of age, have a great responsibility to undertake. If you share our passion for ensuring that all children are supported to reach their full potential through an appropriate and inclusive curriculum, then you must also acknowledge the need for practitioners to understand the key theories that support and underpin all children’s learning and development through a reflective approach.
Take this journey with us to explore a range of associated disciplines as together we explore the links between theory and practice in informing your knowledge and skills, and ultimately, in enhancing your own continued professional development/practice whilst working with children.
Key highlights
- Covers children's holistic development from birth to 12 years
- Explores key theories underpinning children's learning and development
- Links theory and practice through a reflective approach
- Focuses on appropriate and inclusive curriculum for all children
- Supports continued professional development while working with children
Entry requirements
- BTEC: MMP — BTEC: MMP
- T-level: Pass — T Level: Pass A*-C
Scholarships
International Merit Scholarship
The awards are £1,000 - £3,000 based on your academic achievements and level of study.
Up to £1,000Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence in Health Scholarship
We will be awarding fifty (50) Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence in Health Scholarships of £4,000 value each in the 2025/26 academic year.
Up to £4,000
Careers this course leads to
- Early years practitioner
- Teaching assistant
- Nursery room leader
- Higher level teaching assistant
- Early years educator
- Childminder
Cost of study
UK/Home: £8,472 | International: £15,900
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 University of Suffolk, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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