Undergraduate study 2018/19
Education, Childhood and Early Years
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The awards we’ve won don’t just make us feel proud. They give you an idea of what the University is like.
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Muhammed ’s student journey so far
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University of the Year The Times Higher Education named us as their University of the Year in November 2013. They liked our “bold, imaginative and innovative initiatives.”
Queen’s Award We’ve always supported the international student community. So we were very pleased to win the Queen’s Award for Enterprise: International Trade in 2013.
Queen’s Anniversary Prize The Queen’s Anniversary Prize is a big thing in UK Higher Education. We were delighted to earn one for our role in expanding global boundaries of new music.
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Welcome to Education, Childhood and Early Years If you’re looking to work alongside children, young people and adults to support their future development and engagement, then studying with us could be your perfect choice.
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A Four Star University QS Stars have given us four stars. That means we are “highly international, demonstrating excellence in both teaching and research with an excellent environment for students and staff.”
Educate North Award The Educate North Awards celebrate the role of Higher Education in the North of England. We won New University of the Year at the awards in 2015.
Athena Swan We’re serious about gender equality. We want an equal number of men and women on our science and engineering courses, for instance. Our commitment was recognised in 2015 with the Athena SWAN Bronze Award.
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We offer an exciting range of undergraduate study options. Many provide routes into teaching, social work and working with families and children. And all our courses support you in developing the skills and understanding needed to work alongside others effectively. Our professional networks help give you access to a wide range of high quality placement opportunities, expert guest lectures and visits during your studies. It’s this practical focus, coupled with the latest research findings being developed both within the School of Education
and Professional Development and the wider academic community, which helps to ensure our students are able to equip themselves with the most relevant knowledge and skills needed within the workplace. By choosing to study with the University of Huddersfield, you’ll join an inspiring, passionate and committed community focused on making your studies as enjoyable, rewarding and productive as possible. We look forward to welcoming you.
Dr Ann Harris Head of Department for Education and Community Studies
Find out more about our awards at hud.ac.uk/about/our-awards
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If you want to work alongside children, young people and adults to support their development and wellbeing, then we offer a range of courses that could help you get started. We’ll give you the opportunity to become someone who can make a life-changing difference to others.
Study with us Since starting the course I’ve met such amazing people – the tutors here are so friendly and I’ve learnt so much. Muhammed Sulayman, Childhood Studies BA(Hons)
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Check this out! Top 10 We are ranked in the top ten for Education in the Guardian University Guide (2017) for the seventh consecutive year.
So much is possible. We offer an exciting mix of study options, with many offering you the chance to progress towards teaching, social work or working with families and children. Whichever path you want to go down, we’ll help you develop your skills and your knowledge to work with others and transform their lives.
100% The UK’s only University where all our permanent teaching staff are Fellows of the Higher Education Academy.*
not on a placement you’ll be learning in one of our specially equipped teaching rooms. In our mock primary classroom for example, where you’ll be able to prepare for the real world while you study.
While you’re studying, you’ll want to put what you learn into practice. Our contacts with professional bodies give you the chance to get out there – from networking with experts to visiting professional organisations and working on placements.
Our practical focus, along with the latest research findings being developed in the School of Education and Professional Development and the wider academic community, help to give you the chance to make yourself ready for the workplace. No wonder we are ranked in the top ten for Education in the Guardian University Guide (2017) for the seventh consecutive year.
If you opt for our Childhood Studies BA(Hons) you’ll gain a broad understanding of the development of children up to the age of 19, whereas Early Years BA(Hons) focuses on young children and their development up to six years old. Whichever way you go, you’ll be offered a range of placements in different years of your course.
Education is about interpersonal skills and you’ll be able to call on the support of a range of people to help you succeed. A team of personal academic tutors, careers advisors and pastoral support workers are all on hand to help you make sure your hard work pays off. If you’re up for the challenge, we’ll help you get there.
Our Religion and Education BA(Hons) not only explores contemporary society and the relationship between religion and education within it, but also gives you the option to take on a placement. You could gain some priceless experience in all sorts of settings, from the classroom to sports projects and community groups. And when you’re
1. Students working in our specialist Early Years classroom.
*Permanent staff, after probation: some recently appointed colleagues will only obtain recognition in the months after their arrival in Huddersfield, once they have started teaching.
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Graduates employed from this course
Childhood Studies BA(Hons)
87%* Key information: UCAS code: X300 Duration: 3 years full-time Entry requirements: BBC at A Level DMM at BTEC. DMM is required if you’re studying BTEC Level 3 Nationals in Children’s Play, Learning and Development (NQF). DDM is required if you’re studying BTEC National in Early Years (NQF) 112 UCAS points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications Additional criteria: GCSE English grade C or above Pre-DBS check
We believe it’s not enough to study the issues affecting children. You also need to understand them from their perspective. The course looks at key topics from the point of view of the children who they affect. It could be ideal if you’re looking to start a career in teaching, early years, social care or child and youth policy work. There are also plenty of other occupations relating to children, young people and families, and our Childhood Studies course is designed to help you take the first step towards your career. We’ll give you the chance to explore the nature of childhood and youth in contemporary society. The course will examine relevant social theory and research, and draw on current policy and practices out there in the real world. You’ll be able to bring your own experience to bear on the course too.
The course will also help you build up transferable skills that employers are looking for, developing you as a critical thinker and being able to understand and challenge current approaches and policy. While you’re here, you’ll be able to take a work placement in your third year. It could be the ideal way to develop the skills that employers are looking for and gain useful contacts in the industry. Successful completion of this course enables you to consider a varied range of careers in education, including teaching, early years practitioner and learning support roles. Previous graduates have also become children and young people’s workers, primary, early years and Further Education teachers and higher level teaching assistants, special needs and social support workers.
Key information: UCAS code: X110 Duration: 3 years full-time/ 4 years part-time Entry requirements: BBC at A Level DMM at BTEC in a subject relevant to working with children 112 UCAS points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications Additional criteria: GCSE English and Maths grade C or above DBS check Health clearances Other suitable experience or qualifications will be considered
BA(Hons)
Adele graduated Childhood Studies BA(Hons) in 2014 and is now a Lecturer at New College, Huddersfield. “The course really boosted my self-confidence and made me realise my strong academic ability. After graduating I went on to take my teaching qualification and am thoroughly enjoying it.”
Our Early Years BA(Hons) course will give you the chance to explore a wide range of issues to do with young children up to six years old. You’ll look at health and wellbeing, education and learning and development. We’ll also go on to take a wider view, focusing on topics such as safeguarding, society and environment. Work placements form a key part of the course. Your placement will give you the chance to gain real, practical experience working in a professional environment. These practical experiences combined with your academic studies will help you develop the skills that employers are looking for.
While you’re studying, you’ll be able to access our extensive professional and academic network, not to mention our excellent facilities and specialist equipment, including our mock Early Years classroom designed to help you prepare for the real world whilst you study. Successful completion of this course enables you to consider a wide range of roles in education, specifically teaching in nursery and reception classes and leading practice in pre-schools, nurseries, children’s centres and child minding networks within the private, local authority and voluntary sectors. This course is also a recognised progression route into Primary teacher training and Early Years Teacher Status courses.
Our mock Early Years classroom allows you to prepare for the real world whilst you study.
Join our student-led Childhood Society for enrichment, debate and interesting visits.
For detailed course and employability information, including full entry requirements, please visit hud.ac.uk/courses
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Along the way you’ll look at childhood through the perspectives of psychology, sociology, philosophy and educational theories. You’ll also have opportunities to study health, wellbeing and development, how to protect vulnerable children and young people, youth identities and cultures, and children’s rights.
* Percentage of graduates from this course who go on to work and/or further study within six months of graduating (Destination of Leavers Survey 2014/15).
Graduates employed from this subject
Joe graduated from the part-time Early Years BA(Hons) in 2016 and is now undertaking his PGCE through United Learning at High Hazels Academy, Sheffield. * Percentage of graduates from this subject area who go on to work and/or further study within six months of graduating (Destination of Leavers Survey 2014/15).
“Since starting the Early Years course I’ve developed so many skills – team working, time management and reflective skills – all are essential in a classroom environment. The tutors gave me constant support and now I can’t wait to join the Year 2 team at High Hazels Academy.”
For detailed course and employability information, including full entry requirements, please visit hud.ac.uk/courses
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Graduates employed from this subject
Religion and Education BA(Hons)
89.3%* Key information: UCAS code: V6X3 Duration: 3 years full-time Entry requirements: BBC at A Level DMM at BTEC is acceptable in combination with GCSE English at grade C or above 112 UCAS points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications, inc. at least one full A Level. A Level Religious Studies is NOT a requirement. Additional criteria: GCSE English grade C or above
88.1%* We’ll look in-depth at six world religions: Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism and Sikhism as well as ethics. We’ll also explore contemporary society to get a better understanding of social policy. There are options to study related topics, such as philosophy of education, and also opportunities to tackle vocationally focused topics such as safeguarding and leadership. In your second year, you’ll have the option to undertake a placement. By working in a real-world environment, you’ll be able to build on what you’ve learnt and develop the skills employers are looking for. From schools to children’s centres, charities to children’s services or even working in museums, you could choose a placement that reflects your hopes for your career. We want to give you the opportunity to experience faith in action too, so visits to places of worship and guest speakers will all deepen your learning and understanding of the key topics.
As well as focusing on religion, society and education, the course aims to help build up your transferable skills. We’ll give you the chance to develop your critical thinking and your approaches to academic study and independent research. During your time at Huddersfield you’ll be able to access our extensive professional and academic network, not to mention our excellent facilities and specialist equipment.
Entry requirements: BBB at A Level DDM at BTEC 120 UCAS points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications
Education, Human Resource Development and Training
NEW for 2018/19
BA(Hons)
This course will give you the chance to develop the skills and confidence needed for working within Human Resource departments and other careers focused on training and developing people.
The course will also help you build up transferable skills that employers are looking for, developing you as a critical thinker and being able to understand and challenge current approaches and policy.
We’ll support you to develop your theoretical knowledge as well as practical skills, including understanding of different learning cultures and styles, motivation theories, working with others and meeting individual’s needs within the workforce.
And whilst you’re studying, you’ll be able to access our extensive professional and academic network, visit a range of workplaces to see theory in action, plus share experiences with students from a range of different countries.
You’ll have the opportunity to focus on wellbeing at work, human resource policy and practice and developing effective teams. We’ll also support you to develop your ability to critically reflect on your own personal educational development and to plan a bespoke training programme suitable for your chosen career.
Visit a range of workplaces to see professional theory in action.
Small, friendly and supportive groups, designed to give you the confidence to succeed.
“My degree studies have opened my eyes and mind to more than I ever thought possible. Since graduating I’m working with young people throughout the North West inducting them onto the National Citizen Service programme at The Challenge.”
You may also like: Secondary Religious Education BA(Hons) with QTS.
For detailed course and employability information, including full entry requirements, please visit hud.ac.uk/courses
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Key information: UCAS code: see hud.ac.uk Duration: 3 years full-time
Successful completion of this course enables you to consider a wide range of roles, particularly in education, the public sector and in charitable organisations. Previous graduates have also successfully progressed onto teacher training courses in preparation for becoming RE specialists within schools.
Katie graduated Religion and Education BA(Hons) in 2016 and is now an Engagement Co-ordinator for The Challenge, Manchester.
* Percentage of graduates from this subject area who go on to work and/or further study within six months of graduating (Destination of Leavers Survey 2014/15).
Graduates employed from this subject
* Whilst this is a new course and therefore there are no graduate statistics available, 88.1% of graduates from courses in this subject area go on to work and/or further study within six months of graduating (Destinations of Leavers Survey 2014/15).
For detailed course and employability information, including full entry requirements, please visit hud.ac.uk/courses
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Graduates employed from this subject
TESOL and Education BA(Hons)
NEW for 2018/19
88.1%* Key information: UCAS code: see hud.ac.uk Duration: 3 years full-time Entry requirements: BBB at A Level DDM at BTEC 120 UCAS points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications
This course will give you the chance to develop your theoretical knowledge alongside the practical skills required for planning and teaching English to speakers of other languages. You’ll have the opportunity to build your understanding of different learning cultures, language acquisition and how to apply these skills to your own classroom practice. Plus you’ll be able to share experiences with students from a range of different countries. You’ll investigate why English has become a global language and the effect this has within the classroom, develop an understanding of how language works and experience different approaches to teaching English. We’ll also support you to develop your ability to critically reflect on your own personal educational development.
Graduates employed from this course
Learning Support BA(Hons)
80%*
As part of your course you’ll be supported to undertake a major study, identifying a TESOL topic of your choice to help you gain valuable insights into the effective teaching of English as a second or foreign language.
Key information: Duration: 4 years part-time
The course will also help you build up transferable skills that employers are looking for, developing you as a critical thinker and being able to understand and challenge current approaches and policy.
Have the support of your employer
Entry requirements: NVQ Level 3 or equivalent Additional criteria: Be employed or volunteer in a learning support role
Successful completion of this course enables you to consider a range of English as a second or foreign language teaching roles or to consider progression onto Master’s programmes.
This course is ideal if you’re already in a learning support role within a school, college or other educational setting and would like to enhance your knowledge and skills in this specialist area.
teaching on this course typically takes place on Saturdays. Your work will help you to contextualise the academic content of the course and therefore provides an important aspect of the programme.
We’ll support you to develop the skills, knowledge and understanding necessary to effectively support the process of teaching and learning in a variety of contexts. You’ll also have the opportunity to build upon the unique features of the support role in ways that contribute to raising learner achievement, promoting a commitment to safeguarding, equality of opportunity, antidiscriminatory and inclusive practice.
Successful completion of the course allows you to consider more senior learning support roles or further study, including teacher training programmes.
To undertake this course you’ll need to be already working in a learning support role – this could be in a voluntary capacity. To ensure flexibility and access for those working within school and other childcare settings during the week,
Share experiences with students from a range of different countries.
Flexible Saturday teaching to accommodate your work.
Gemma graduated from the Learning Support BA(Hons) in 2016 and is now undertaking her PGCE through Calderdale Teaching Alliance at Parkinson Lane Community Primary School, Halifax.
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“I worked as a Teaching Assistant whilst undertaking my degree part-time. Since graduating I’ve now progressed onto my PGCE course and am well on my way to fulfilling my lifelong ambition to become a primary school teacher.”
* Whilst this is a new course and therefore there are no graduate statistics available, 88.1% of graduates from courses in this subject area go on to work and/or further study within six months of graduating (Destinations of Leavers Survey 2014/15).
* Percentage of graduates from this course who go on to work and/or further study within six months of graduating (Destinations of Leavers Survey 2014/15).
For detailed course and employability information, including full entry requirements, please visit hud.ac.uk/courses
For detailed course and employability information, including full entry requirements, please visit hud.ac.uk/courses
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My student journey so far
Meet our staff
Paving the way for professionalism in Early Years
Muhammed Sulayman
Mary Dyer
Childhood Studies BA(Hons)
Senior Lecturer, Early Years
“I didn’t really know what I wanted to do when I finished school and so took on an apprenticeship in plumbing at Bradford College. I very quickly realised that this wasn’t for me. At the same time I was also helping out at a local Youth and Community Centre – helping set it up and running some of the activities – I really loved this.
“I’ve always been really interested in early child development and seeing the massive difference that high quality provision at this age can have on children’s futures.
“My involvement with the Centre, a family tragedy and not enjoying my apprenticeship made me think hard about what I wanted to do next.
The Childhood Studies course was the perfect choice as I wasn’t sure in which direction I wanted to take my future teaching career. The reward I got from volunteering and working with young people was really obvious so teaching was the natural choice. “A mentor at the Centre helped me with my application to university. The Childhood Studies course was the perfect choice as I wasn’t sure in which direction I wanted to take my future teaching career. Since starting the course I’ve met such amazing people – the tutors here are so friendly and I’ve learnt so much. “My future plans are to achieve a 2:1 or higher and study for my PGCE – but first I’ll need to decide where my teaching career lies.”
To hear Muhammed talk about his student journey visit hud.ac/profiles
“Whilst working for a Local Authority within their Early Years’ service, I was part of a newly formed Development Team, supporting practitioners to implement the new Ofsted requirements within the local early years sector. I also piloted funding for two year olds to attend early years provision, and our pioneering practice really broke the mould in terms of the Department for Education expectations. This funding has now been rolled out nationally.
New government requirements, structured training and clear evidence linking quality provision to better outcomes for children has ensured that early years practitioners today are regarded as professionals. “The introduction of these new government requirements, structured training and clear evidence linking quality provision to better outcomes for children has really ensured that early years practitioners today are regarded as professionals. “My ongoing research around the professional identity, value and status of early years practitioners also bears this out. I speak about my research at conferences, continue to work within the sector, and develop our curriculum here at Huddersfield to help ensure we continue to build an educated and well trained workforce giving our children the very best start in life. “For me, the best part of my job is attending graduation – seeing my students develop as professionals ready to make a difference is my biggest reward.”
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We hope you’ve found all the information you need to inspire you to become a student here at Huddersfield. Now all you need to do is apply.
Apply to us UCAS If this is your first (undergraduate) degree and you want to study a full-time course, then you’ll apply via UCAS at ucas.com If you’re at a college or school right now, it’s probably already registered with UCAS. The best thing to do is ask your teacher or careers adviser to help with your application. Once you’ve applied we’ll keep in touch with you throughout the application process, so you’re up to speed with what’s going on.
When to apply If you want to start your course in September 2018, you can apply to UCAS any time from 1 September 2017 onwards. Make sure UCAS receives your application by 15 January 2018. Our course codes You have to enter the code for the course you want to study on your application form. You can find our course codes on each of the course pages in this brochure, or on the UCAS website. By the way, the institution code for Huddersfield is HUDDS H60. Applying for part-time courses Please apply online at halo.hud.ac.uk/applicationform or simply contact us direct.
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