Course Modules

This module introduces you to the innovative and adventurous environments in which children can develop, learn and play such as Forest Schools and Beach School. You will examine the theoretical, psychological, physical and social processes and benefits for children and […]

The module introduces you to the digital experiences of childhood, and the effects of technology on children in a fast-changing world, as you assess the benefits and drawbacks from social, emotional and behavioural perspectives. The module examines access to the

This module aims to explore and critically analyse the centrality of play in enabling children to make sense of the world around them and their place within that world, especially when experiencing trauma.

This module aims to develop the intellectual and practical skills that will be of value in a variety of situations and will include the development of self-awareness, problem solving, reflection and reflexive skills. You will prepare to communicate effectively with

In this module, you will develop your basic knowledge and skills to support your academic development and improve your confidence in your academic writing and reading.

This module introduces you to the subject, theoretical and pedagogic knowledge, and attitudes related to the learning of science in schools and early years settings, so that it is possible to build a scientifically literate population. You will develop your

This module will enable you to develop an understanding of how learning is influenced by a diverse range of factors. You will focus on the implications of this on the role of a teacher in areas such as: assessment behaviour

This module develops your critical understanding of the issues that surround special educational needs and disability (SEND) in society and Early Years settings, with reference to government policy initiatives and legislation. The history, economic and social dimensions of issues relating

This module enables you to gain assessed experience in a setting which is relevant to Early Years practice. This will help you form a critical understanding of the ways in which theory and practice relate to one another within an

This work-based learning module will enable you to develop knowledge and critical understanding of the differing theoretical perspectives on children’s behaviour in the early years. Factors relating to children’s specific needs, family, early years settings, wider society and culture will