Early Childhood Studies

Work towards a rewarding career by exploring the everyday and unique factors that shape children’s learning and development, supported by experienced lecturers and hands-on work placements. This course starts each September and is awarded by the University of Surrey.

Offers the chance to gain vital work experience and exposure to different industries through weekly work placements (one day per week) and additional block placements

Can provide a route into careers related to early years and education

Provides the opportunity to achieve Early Years Educator Status (a Level 2 qualification in Maths and English is required)

Has previously involved educational trips, including exploring the Reggio Emilia approach to education in Italy and visiting early years centres, schools and local authorities in Finland