Roehampton University

Course Details

BA/BSc Combined Honours Early Childhood Studies Extended Degree

Course Description

Roehampton is internationally renowned for its work in Early Childhood Studies. With a team of highly-regarded tutors who are experts in their specialism, you will learn from some of the best in the field. With demand for early years specialists and leaders continuing to grow, this course will equip you for a range of potential careers. This extended four year degree programme includes a foundation year, which will give you a sound introduction to key elements needed for studying Education at degree level. Our extended degree programmes in the School of Education give students a thorough and supportive academic preparation for study. The foundation year is carefully designed to build confidence in your abilities, develop essential academic and study skills, and provide the subject specific knowledge essential for success.

Course Duration

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4year

Career outcomes

Graduates go on to work with and for children and families, taking on a variety of roles. For example, early childhood education and care roles, nursery management, family support work, children's and family centre work, play work, learning support, education administration and management, children's charity work and community support, children and family services in prisons and government roles. Students may also go on to work as primary school teachers (following a PGCE or other teacher training routes). A strong feature of the programme is the opportunity for progression into Masters and Doctoral level study in key areas of early childhood.

BA/BSc Combined Honours Early Childhood Studies Extended Degree Roehampton University