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Diploma of Higher Education in Early Childhood at The Open University

The Open University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A 240-credit diploma for those working with children from birth to seven years or building knowledge in this area. It examines early childhood from national and international perspectives, centred on children's voices and participation, and covers policy and practice in early childhood.

Duration: Part-time 4 years; full-time 2 years (240 credits)  |  Intake: October 2027  |  Study mode: part-time distance learning  |  Location: Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Early childhood from national and international perspectives, children's voices and participation, and early childhood policy and practice.

Career pathways

Work with young children and their families across all sectors.

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Application information

Intake: October 2027

Duration: Part-time 4 years; full-time 2 years (240 credits)

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