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Overview
Course Length: | 1 Year Full-Time |
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Start Dates: | September 2020 |
Department: | Faculty of Education |
Location: | Edge Hill University Holy Cross College, Bury |
- Develop an in-depth understanding of the challenges and rewards of leadership and management in an early years context;
- Conduct a critical evaluation of the resources used in early years settings;
- Analyses quality processes in the context of early years settings in the UK and internationally.
This is a Level 6 conversion programme, giving you the opportunity to progress from a foundation degree (or equivalent) to an honours degree in a relevant subject.
The programme is primarily aimed at those students progressing from the FdA Early Years Leadership, although progression from other related foundation degrees may be possible. You will develop knowledge and skills as an Early Years graduate leader enabling you to become an agent of change within your setting and beyond.
In Depth
What will I study?
You will focus on the study of leadership and management in early years settings within a range of contexts, locally, nationally and internationally.
You will also learn how to boost your personal and professional development as a trained Early Years worker in the workplace.
How will I study?
The programme uses a variety of teaching methods, including lectures/presentations, collaborative group work, individual directed tasks and placement. Attendance is one day per week with additional online support.
Supported learning using the internet and Edge Hill University’s online resources is a major feature of the programme. No prior IT experience is necessary, as full support will be provided.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed in each module that you study. This may take the form of an assignment, portfolio, presentation or a combination of these methods.
There are no formal written examinations as part of the current assessment methods on this programme.
Who will be teaching me?
You will be taught by a team of lecturers and associate tutors with extensive expertise and experience and a passion for their subject. All of the team are involved in current research and have actively contributed to projects including the development of the Early Years Foundation Stage and National Professional Qualification in Integrated Centre Leadership (NPQICL). Each member of the team brings a particular expertise and all are highly respected practitioners.
A Great Study Environment
The Faculty of Education has been at the forefront of teacher education for more than 125 years and today enjoys the enviable position of being one of the country’s leading providers of education, training and research for the children’s workforce.
Housed in a state-of-the-art £9m building, the Faculty of Education’s facilities include a 300-seat lecture theatre, five well-equipped ICT suites, and 18 teaching rooms complete with the latest technology.
The faculty has a strong commitment to practice-based learning and has developed partnerships with over 2,000 schools and colleges, local authorities and professional associations.
Modules
Expand AllFDL3000Demonstrating Critical Personal and Professional Effectiveness in Managing Change (30 credits)
FDL3001Leading and Managing Change in Early Years Settings (30 credits)
FDL3002Managing Resources in Early Years Settings (30 credits)
FDL3003Leading and Managing Quality in Early Years Settings in the UK and Internationally (30 credits)
Timetables
You can expect to receive your timetable at enrolment. Please note that while we make every effort to ensure that timetables are as student-friendly as possible, scheduled teaching can take place on any day or evening of the week.
Disclaimer
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information, however our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may necessitate alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses.
Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies, revisions to subject benchmarks statements, to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
Entry Criteria
Entry Requirements
To join this programme you need to have completed a foundation degree in Early Years Leadership or a related subject. If you have an equivalent qualification, please check to ensure this is acceptable. It is desirable to be in a leadership role within your setting.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Edge Hill University recognises learning gained elsewhere, whether through academic credit and qualifications acquired from other relevant courses of study or through recognition of an individual’s professional and employment experience (also referred to as ‘experiential learning’).
Previous learning that is recognised in this way may be used towards meeting the entry requirements for a programme and/or for exemption from part of a programme. It is your responsibility to make a claim for recognition of prior learning. For guidance, please consult the University’s academic regulations (sections C7 and F3.1) or contact the faculty in which you are interested in studying.
Career Prospects
What are my career prospects?
Early Years is a rapidly growing sector and our Early Years students work in settings across the UK. We offer excellent support throughout the programme to help you gain an understanding of the opportunities that exist as an early years practitioner.
Finance
Tuition Fees
If you are a prospective UK or EU student who will be joining this conversion degree in academic year 2020/21, the tuition fee will be £9,250.
Financial Support
Subject to eligibility, UK and EU students joining this conversion degree can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan from the Government to cover the full cost of tuition fees. UK and EU students enrolling on the programme may also be eligible to apply for additional funding to help with living costs.
For comprehensive information about the financial support available to eligible UK and EU students joining this programme, together with details of how to apply for funding, please view our Money Matters 2020/21 guide at www.edgehill.ac.uk/conversionfinance2020.
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How to Apply
There is an online application process for this programme.
Please choose the application form for your preferred intake date, location and mode of study.
- Apply for September 2020 Full-Time at Edge Hill University
- Apply for September 2020 Full-Time at Holy Cross College
Visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/applydirect for more information about the application process.
Should you accept an offer of a place to study with us and formally enrol as a student, you will be subject to the provisions of the regulations, rules, codes, conditions and policies which apply to our students. These are available at www.edgehill.ac.uk/studentterms.
Get in Touch
If you have any questions about this programme, please contact:
- Faculty of Education Undergraduate Administration Team
- Tel: 01695 650938
- Email: UGProfessionalEducation@edgehill.ac.uk