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Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Childhood Studies (2nd Year Entry)

University of the West of Scotland - lanarkshire Campus

UK,Scotland

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36 Months

Duration

CAD 14,500/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

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UK, Scotland

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 2007

Total Students: 16,500 +

Int. Students: 3,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

Hamilton International Technology Park, Stephenson Pl, Blantyre, Glasgow G72 0LH, United Kingdom

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Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Childhood Studies (2nd Year Entry)

Program Overview

Build a career in childhood services with UWS’ BA (Hons) Childhood Studies programme.

Throughout this programme you will gain an understanding of the issues related to early childhood and services for children and families. You will learn about the values underpinning children’s services, and the importance of working in partnership with professionals from a range of disciplines. You will consider issues relating to management and leadership of early learning and childcare services.

To develop your practical knowledge, you’ll have the chance to complete two three-week blocks of work-based experience each year. In Year 3 you will have the option to complete placement in an international setting (currently available in Italy, Spain and Germany).

programme highlights

This programme offers the opportunity to build a career supporting children and their families in a variety of environments.
This programme will deepen your understanding of issues related to early childhood and services for children and families.
Guest lectures from multi-agency professionals will increase your understanding of broader aspects relating to work within the early years sector.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

3-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

36 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 14,500 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in University of the West of Scotland - lanarkshire Campus

CAD 12,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0 - 5.5 - With No Band Less Than
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 78 - 17 - With no score less than
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 59.0 Minimum Listening - 59.0 Minimum Reading - 59.0 Minimum Writing - 59.0 Minimum Speaking - 59.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 90.0 Minimum Literacy - 90.0 Minimum Comprehension - 90.0 Minimum Conversation - 90.0 Minimum Production - 90.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate.

Minimum CGPA Required: 50.00 %

Additional Information

Placement Opportunities:
You will have the chance to complete two, three-week blocks of work-based experience each year. Recent examples of organisations for student placements include Spark of Genius, Kirktonholme Nurseries and local councils.

Career Prospects:
Jobs:

UWS graduates have gained work in the integrated childcare services with children under five years, in out-of-school care, as well as in project work offering support for children and their families.
Graduates have embarked on careers as family support workers, early years practitioners and NHS community nursery nurses.
Further Study
Social Work or Childhood Practice qualifications are possible depending on experience. Graduates may be eligible for postgraduate initial teacher education programmes

Scholarships

Work Permit

PGWP

There are various options through which a student can get a post study work visa in the UK.
Tier 1 Graduate Entrepreneur Visa for the graduates with a genuine and credible business idea.
Tier 2 (General) is the leading immigration visa to work in the UK.
Tier 4 Doctorate Extension Scheme is for students who have completed their Ph.D. and is valid for 12 months for them to work, look for work or set up a business.
Tier 5 Youth Mobility is for individuals of certain countries like Australia, Canada, Japan, Monaco, Hong Kong, South Korea, Taiwan, and New Zealand aged between 18 -30 who wish to move to the UK.
Tier 5 GAE is for individuals who want to come to the UK for work experience, training, research or a fellowship.
UK Ancestry is for individuals who are a citizen of a commonwealth and plan to work in the UK and have a grandparent who was born in the UK.