BA (Hons) Childhood Studies (2nd year entry) at University of the West of Scotland

Entry requirements

Important Information: An offer of a place on the BA (Hons) Childhood Studies is made on the basis of: your application; your successful BA (Hons) Childhood Studies study interview; you possessing current membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme (which includes a criminal records check by Disclosure Scotland); Additional Information; Applicants who do not meet the entry criteria, but hold similar childcare qualifications together with relevant work experience, are encouraged to contact us for advice on Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for entry to second year. All applicants will be interviewed prior to being offered a place on the course. Year 2: SQA HNC / BTEC Level 4 HNC: Additional Support Needs; Care and Administrative Practice; Childcare & Education; Childhood Practice; Early Education & Childcare; Healthcare; Healthcare Practice; Social Care; Social Sciences; Social Services; SVQ (Level 3); Considered on an individual basis and an Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (check the UWS Recognition of Prior Learning framework for more details) application may also be required. Social Services (Children & Young People); Year 3: SQA HND: Additional Support Needs; Childcare & Education; Childhood Practice; Early Education & Childcare; Social Care; Social Sciences; Protecting Vulnerable Groups scheme (PVG); Successful applicants who gain a place on this course will need to register on the PVG Scheme, managed and delivered by Disclosure Scotland. An application form will be sent from the University once you have accepted your offer. The fee for joining the scheme is £59. Visit the Disclosure Scotland website for more information on the PVG scheme. English language: IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with no sub-test below 5.5. UCAS code L561.