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Early Childhood Studies (Stranmillis University College) (Level 5 Foundation Degree)

QUB
Early Years

Course Overview

This programme will provide you with an opportunity to develop a thorough knowledge and understanding of Early Years and related issues, enabling you to become a confident, competent and well-qualified Early Years Practitioner. It will also give you a nationally recognised qualification and evidence of your ability to work in the Early Years sector. You will study a range of modules linked to curriculum, psychology and child development. Applications are made through UCAS. The full-time programme will run over 2 years; Assessment methods include assignments, case studies, practical exercises, presentations, examinations and placement assessments. Enrolment on this course is subject to a satisfactory Access NI check.
  • Start Date
    7 Sept 2026
  • Study Mode
    Full-Time
  • Duration
    2 Years
  • Campus

Available Sessions

  • Course
    Campus
    Type
    Start Date
    Fees
  • Course: Queens University (QUB) Level 5 Foundation Degree Early Childhood Studies (Stranmillis University College)
    Campus: Stranmillis
    Type: Full Time
    Start Date: 07/09/2026
    Fees:
    £3,323 per annum (subject to change)

Course Offering

  • Site location

Course Modules

  • Professional Practice
  • Child Development
  • Shared Perspectives
  • Acquisition of Language
  • Managing Behaviour
  • Anti-Discriminatory Practice
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Entry Requirements

UK Requirements

Applicants must meet the general requirement of Queen’s University Belfast including English and Maths GCSE at grade C or above (level 2 in Communication Skills is acceptable in lieu of GCSE grade C in English Language, however level 2 Application of Numbers cannot be substituted for GCSE Mathematics). and one of the following: A LEVEL CC or BTEC EXTENDED DIPLOMA MMM or CACHE EXTENDED DIPLOMA Overall grade C – Children’s Care, Learning and Development

ROI Requirements

Applicants must meet the general requirement of Queen’s University Belfast including English and Maths OLC at grade O4 or above (level 2 in Communication Skills is acceptable in lieu of OLC grade O4 in English Language, however level 2 Application of Numbers cannot be substituted for OLC Mathematics). A LEVEL H5 to include English and Mathematics

Additional Requirements Prior to Entry

Access NI Check

Work Placement

As placement is an integral part of your qualification a self declaration of current health status is implicit as part of the overall risk assessment process.

What's Next?

Further Study

Successful completion of the Foundation Degree at a required level will allow you to progress to year 2 of the BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies. You can progress into employment or to university - Teacher Training qualification, an (Hons) Degree in Early Childhood Studies, Psychology, Nursing, Paediatrics, Social Work, Youth Work or another related profession.

Career Prospects

You can progress into employment or to university - Teacher Training qualification, an (Hons) Degree in Early Childhood Studies, Psychology, Nursing, Paediatrics, Social Work, Youth Work or another related profession.

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