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University of Roehampton: Early Childhood Studies
| Institution | University of Roehampton View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Education |
| Web | www.roehampton.ac.uk |
| postgradadmissions@roehampton.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 020 8392 3314 |
| Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
**Why this course?**
- Silver in the 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) for delivering the high-quality teaching, learning and outcomes for our students
- Roehampton is internationally renowned for its research into early years education and its Froebelian ethos
- Top ten in the UK for postgraduate student satisfaction (PTES 2022, 2023)
- The 2023 Complete University Guide ranks Roehampton 2nd in London for research quality in education
- Jointly recognised as the best modern university in the country, and the best modern university in London for research excellence. (REF 2021). 77% of our research is ranked ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ (REF 2021)
- This programme is supported by the Froebel Archive for Childhood Studies and attracting PG students from around the world
**About this course:**
A programme of study founded on a commitment to babies and young children as people with agency and unique capacities, and to their overall wellbeing from the prenatal period. Topics covered include:
- Play, Thinking and Communication
- Social and Educational Research
- Early Childhood Pedagogy and Practice
- Exploring the Froebelian Legacy in Early Childhood Practice
- Professionalism, Leadership and Advocacy
- Emotion and the Roots of Wellbeing
- Current Perspectives on Child Development
- Representing Childhoods
- Developing a Language-aware Pedagogy for Multilingual Learners
**Skills:**
Our priority is ensuring that you graduate with a professional skillset. This incorporates;
- Strengthening your awareness and understanding of the influence of social, cultural and political contexts on young children's lives and explore how you take account of them into action
- Learning advocacy skills for the well-being of young children and their families and develop effective leadership and collaboration techniques across disciplines in the field of early childhood
- There is a deep commitment to working in partnership with families and communities and to the development of students’ professionalism, advocacy and leadership
**Career Opportunities:**
Graduates of MA Early Childhood Studies will be prepared for careers in professional practice and leadership in:
- Early childhood
- Education
- Health and social welfare
- Policy making
- Administration of early childhood services
- Research and developing the early years workforce in further and higher education.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You are usually expected to hold a good second-class honours degree (or above) from an approved university or college in the UK, or a recognised degree from abroad. |
| Location | Froebel College Grove House Roehampton Lane London SW15 5PJ |
Fees
| England | 8243 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Scotland | 8243 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 8243 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 8243 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 17325 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 17325 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
**Why this course?**
- Silver in the 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) for delivering the high-quality teaching, learning and outcomes for our students
- Roehampton is internationally renowned for its research into early years education and its Froebelian ethos
- Top ten in the UK for postgraduate student satisfaction (PTES 2022, 2023)
- The 2023 Complete University Guide ranks Roehampton 2nd in London for research quality in education
- Jointly recognised as the best modern university in the country, and the best modern university in London for research excellence. (REF 2021). 77% of our research is ranked ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ (REF 2021)
- This programme is supported by the Froebel Archive for Childhood Studies and attracting PG students from around the world
**About this course:**
A programme of study founded on a commitment to babies and young children as people with agency and unique capacities, and to their overall wellbeing from the prenatal period. Topics covered include:
- Play, Thinking and Communication
- Social and Educational Research
- Early Childhood Pedagogy and Practice
- Exploring the Froebelian Legacy in Early Childhood Practice
- Professionalism, Leadership and Advocacy
- Emotion and the Roots of Wellbeing
- Current Perspectives on Child Development
- Representing Childhoods
- Developing a Language-aware Pedagogy for Multilingual Learners
**Skills:**
Our priority is ensuring that you graduate with a professional skillset. This incorporates;
- Strengthening your awareness and understanding of the influence of social, cultural and political contexts on young children's lives and explore how you take account of them into action
- Learning advocacy skills for the well-being of young children and their families and develop effective leadership and collaboration techniques across disciplines in the field of early childhood
- There is a deep commitment to working in partnership with families and communities and to the development of students’ professionalism, advocacy and leadership
**Career Opportunities:**
Graduates of MA Early Childhood Studies will be prepared for careers in professional practice and leadership in:
- Early childhood
- Education
- Health and social welfare
- Policy making
- Administration of early childhood services
- Research and developing the early years workforce in further and higher education.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You are usually expected to hold a good second-class honours degree (or above) from an approved university or college in the UK, or a recognised degree from abroad. |
| Location | Froebel College Grove House Roehampton Lane London SW15 5PJ |
Fees
| England | 380 GBP for Credit |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 380 GBP for Credit |
| Scotland | 380 GBP for Credit |
| Wales | 380 GBP for Credit |
Summary
* Early Childhood Studies at Roehampton is committed to babies and young children as people with agency and unique capacities, and to their overall wellbeing from the prenatal period*.
The postgraduate programme draws on Froebel’s understanding of the transformative power of young children’s play on their thinking, and the crucial way that adults can either seek to assist or control young children’s intrinsic creativity. In adults’ interactions with children, however, Froebel recognised the profound influence of the community and social context.
The syllabus is underpinned by an awareness of the influence of these social, cultural and political contexts on young children’s lives, and of the roots and structures of inequality that arise from these issues. The programme will strengthen your awareness and understanding of these influences and explore how you take account of them in action. In these respects, the programme also draws inspiration from the work of Paulo Freire, the radical and pioneering educator.
The teaching is informed by active research and scholarship in early years policy and practice, as well as leading research into young children’s well-being, thinking and understanding. There is a deep commitment to working in partnership with families and communities and to the development of students’ professionalism, advocacy and leadership.
The programme is relevant, engaging and of professional and personal value for a variety of roles within the early years sector. For those working directly with young children, engagement with the course content will provide a platform for continuing professional development and career progression, while for those involved in early years policy or research, the course offers an opportunity to engage with up current thinking in a broad range of issues.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You are usually expected to hold a good second-class honours degree (or above) from an approved university or college in the UK, or a recognised degree from abroad. |
| Location | Froebel College Grove House Roehampton Lane London SW15 5PJ |
Fees
| England | 6824 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Scotland | 6824 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 6824 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 6824 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
* Early Childhood Studies at Roehampton is committed to babies and young children as people with agency and unique capacities, and to their overall wellbeing from the prenatal period*.
The postgraduate programme draws on Froebel’s understanding of the transformative power of young children’s play on their thinking, and the crucial way that adults can either seek to assist or control young children’s intrinsic creativity. In adults’ interactions with children, however, Froebel recognised the profound influence of the community and social context.
The syllabus is underpinned by an awareness of the influence of these social, cultural and political contexts on young children’s lives, and of the roots and structures of inequality that arise from these issues. The programme will strengthen your awareness and understanding of these influences and explore how you take account of them in action. In these respects, the programme also draws inspiration from the work of Paulo Freire, the radical and pioneering educator.
The teaching is informed by active research and scholarship in early years policy and practice, as well as leading research into young children’s well-being, thinking and understanding. There is a deep commitment to working in partnership with families and communities and to the development of students’ professionalism, advocacy and leadership.
The programme is relevant, engaging and of professional and personal value for a variety of roles within the early years sector. For those working directly with young children, engagement with the course content will provide a platform for continuing professional development and career progression, while for those involved in early years policy or research, the course offers an opportunity to engage with up current thinking in a broad range of issues.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You are usually expected to hold a good second-class honours degree (or above) from an approved university or college in the UK, or a recognised degree from abroad. |
| Location | Froebel College Grove House Roehampton Lane London SW15 5PJ |
Fees
| England | 380 GBP for Credit |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 380 GBP for Credit |
| Scotland | 380 GBP for Credit |
| Wales | 380 GBP for Credit |
University of Roehampton
The University of Roehampton is based in southwest London on a 54-acre green and sustainable campus.
The University is focused on providing educational opportunities for all and committed to changing lives by helping students to develop the confidence, knowledge and adaptability they need for a successful graduate career and fulfilling life.
Roehampton has a proud history in higher education stretching back over 180 years through four historic colleges. The University’s character derives from its rich history, built on community, engagement and partnership, with a belief that no matter your background, Roehampton can help you realise your ambitions. …
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