Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusion and Early Childhood Studies (with Foundation Year)

The BA (Hons) Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusion (SENDI) and Early Childhood Studies (ECS) degree at Lincoln Bishop University is designed to inspire and empower you to make a real difference in the lives of children and families. You’ll explore essential concepts such as multiagency working and the different categories of need, while developing the critical, reflective and evidence-based practice skills that will help you become a confident advocate for positive change.

Throughout the course, you’ll gain the knowledge and practical skills needed to support families and young children across a variety of educational settings. Hands-on experience with children and their families will encourage you to reflect on your own personal, professional and ethical values, helping you grow both as a practitioner and as an individual.

This innovative programme is perfect if you aspire to roles such as Early Help Worker in Children’s Centres, Early Years Practitioner in specialist or mainstream settings, or if you’re interested in working with charities as a care support, respite or play worker, whether in a paid or voluntary capacity. You’ll graduate ready to make a meaningful impact, equipped with the understanding and skills to support children and families in a range of rewarding careers.

If you don’t have, or don’t think you will attain, the normal tariff points for studying at Lincoln Bishop University, this course will enable you to study for a degree without any UCAS points. The course is delivered over four years and includes a Foundation Year, which gives you a perfect introduction to what it means to be a university student and prepares you for effective undergraduate study. In your Foundation Year, you will study eight modules, all of which are designed to equip you with the necessary academic skills and knowledge to progress successfully in your chosen subject. You will also engage in a series of bespoke subject sessions delivered by experts, designed to introduce you to your chosen subject area.

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Your first year in Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusion (SENDI) at Lincoln Bishop University is a vital step in your academic journey. We understand that settling into university life takes time, so you’ll receive personalised feedback and clear targets to help you build your confidence and develop your academic skills.

Our approach to assessment is varied and engaging, ensuring you can showcase your strengths in different ways. You’ll work on coursework portfolios, take part in group discussions, create multimedia presentations, and tackle individual projects, alongside traditional essays and a timed assessment in your final year. There’s even the exciting possibility of having your dissertation research published, giving you the chance to share your work with a wider audience.

We value the diverse backgrounds and experiences our students bring, so our assessment strategies are designed to be inclusive and supportive. In Early Childhood Studies, assessments take place at the end of each module, allowing you to demonstrate your understanding through portfolios, presentations, displays, written essays, debates, and multimedia projects. These assessments not only test your knowledge but also help you develop valuable transferable skills, preparing you for a successful career in the early years sector.

From day one, you’ll be supported to achieve your best and make the most of your university experience, with opportunities to grow both academically and professionally.