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BA Early Childhood Education and Care Top Up in Selby – Selby College – Part-time

CostPart-time: £3,700 per year
Duration2 years
DeliveryClassroom based
Start30 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
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About this course

BA (Hons) Early Childhood Education and Care (Top-up) course in Selby. Classes run at Selby College, part-time during the day. This top-up degree is for practitioners who already hold a Level 5 Foundation Degree in Early Years or Early Childhood Studies, or an equivalent qualification. You enter directly at BA stage and complete the degree over two years. Modules cover creativity in early childhood education and care, leadership and management, professional practice with children aged 0 to 8, and international perspectives in early years provision. Tuition costs £3,700 per year.

Who this course is for

This BA (Hons) Early Childhood Education and Care Top-Up degree enables experienced practitioners with a Foundation Degree in Early Years/Early Childhood Studies, teaching and learning and other equivalent foundation degrees in early childhood studies, to enter the course directly at BA stage.

Entry requirements

Successful completion of a Level 5 foundation degree in Early Childhood Studies or equivalent Grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths Working or volunteering (placement) in the Early Years setting Successful completion of DBS You must be over 18 years of age and should be employed within the sector, either paid or unpaid, for a minimum of 180 hours over the duration of the course. You will need a work-based mentor and will also receive workplace visits from your tutors.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore theories and practices behind creative teaching and learning in early childhood settings.
  • You'll develop your knowledge and skills in working with babies, toddlers, young children, families, and other professionals.
  • You'll examine leadership and management challenges facing early years settings in England, including managing change and multi-agency working.
  • You'll analyse international perspectives on early years care, education, and provision.
  • You'll strengthen your academic writing and critical thinking through independent study and seminar work.
  • You'll build professional skills through placement in an early years setting, supported by workplace visits from tutors.

How you will learn

Teaching methods include lectures, seminars, group activities, class debates, and discussion sessions, alongside independent study. You'll receive regular written feedback and personal tutorial support throughout the course. Professional Practice modules require you to work in an early years setting, with tutors visiting you in the workplace. Interactive technology is used to support learning across all modules.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Selby College will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need access to an early years workplace (paid or unpaid) for a minimum of 180 hours over the course, a work-based mentor, and a current DBS certificate.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Early Years Teacher: lead learning and development in nursery or reception settings.
  • Nursery Manager: oversee day-to-day running of an early years setting.
  • Children's Centre Manager: manage integrated services for young children and families.
  • Early Years SENCO: coordinate support for children with additional needs.
  • Family Support Worker: work with families alongside early years professionals.
  • Early Years Lecturer or Trainer: teach childcare and early years qualifications.
  • Children's Services Coordinator: plan and deliver programmes for young children.

What you could study next

With a BA (Hons) Early Childhood Education and Care, you could pursue Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) or a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) to qualify as a teacher. A Master's in Early Childhood Education or Education Leadership is a natural next step for those moving into management, policy, or academic roles. Some practitioners also go on to complete a National Professional Qualification for Senior Leadership (NPQSL) to progress into leadership positions.

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