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Children's Development and Learning
- FdA
- 1 Years
- Full-time
- 09/2025
- Undergraduate
- Main Site
- Awarded by:
- The Open University
Course summary
This course is aimed at practitioners who hold a relevant Level 3 qualification and have a minimum of two years vocational experience. It is aimed at those who are wanting to progress into a more supervisory role.
Tutors on the foundation degree in Children’s Development and Learning will work with you to ensure that you are able to develop the skills and competencies you need to progress in your chosen career. This is a specialist programme aimed at those working or seeking to work in roles associated with children aged 0 – 11 years in educational care settings and primary schools.
A satisfactory DBS and two years of relevant childcare experience is also required for entry on this course.
Successful completion of the FD Children’s Development and Learning will enable you to enrol on the BA (Hons) Leading Children’s Development and Learning at York College University to convert your qualification into a full honours’ degree.
Modules
Level 4
Professional and Academic Competence
Legal and Professional Aspects
Promoting Inclusive Practice
Learning and Development
Level 5
Children in Society
Health and Well-being
Social Policy and Childhood Education
Children’s Play and Exploration
Modules
Level 4
Professional and Academic Competence
Legal and Professional Aspects
Promoting Inclusive Practice
Learning and Development
Level 5
Children in Society
Health and Well-being
Social Policy and Childhood Education
Children’s Play and Exploration
Assessment method
This course has a variety of assessments, including presentations, written essay, reports, seminar papers and portfolios. These assessments will be linked to your setting.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- FdA • Full-time • 1 Years
Start dates
- 09/2025
Apply by
29 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- 4T9B
- Institution code:
- Y70
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
York College & University Centre has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
29 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- 4T9B
- Institution code:
- Y70
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 32 points
A level
32 UCAS point equivalent from either suitable A Levels or a Level 3 qualification.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
32 UCAS point equivalent from either suitable A Levels or a Level 3 qualification.
T Level
Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject or A Levels.
Applicants who have relevant skills and experience but who do not hold the standard minimum entry requirements will be considered. Applicants will be required to demonstrate the necessary skills and experience to enter the course through their personal statement.
Additional entry requirements
- Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
- Interview
- Applicants will be invited to attend an interview.
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £7200 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £7200 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £7200 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £7200 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Please visit www.yorkcollege.ac.uk if you would like to study this course part time.
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Course contact details
Main Contact
Email:info@yorkcollege.ac.uk
Phone:01904 770770
Fax: 01904 770499
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