Childhood Studies BA at University of Dundee

Childhood Studies BA is a part-time distance learning degree for people working in an early years childcare setting who want an academic qualification for their continuing professional development. It does not give the professional qualification needed for leadership or management roles in the UK childcare sector but is matched to the needs of childhood professionals nationally and internationally. Study is based on workplace activities and reflection on practice.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences  |  Duration: 4 years (part-time, online)  |  Intake: August 2027  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Personal Learning and Professional Development in Childhood Practice, Children's Health and Wellbeing, Diversity and Inclusion, Children and Society, Creativity and Self Expression, Leading Learning, Pedagogical Perspectives and Leading Quality Childhood Practice.

Career pathways

Recent job titles include Child Development Officer, Nursery Manager, Manager of Out of School Care, College Lecturer in Early Years, Team Leader in Early Years, Nursery Officer, Senior Early Years Worker and Early Years Education Officer. Most graduates use the course for professional development; some progress to a postgraduate teaching qualification or a Masters in Education.

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