Program Overview

Introduction to the BA Honours Early Childhood Studies Programme

The BA Honours Early Childhood Studies programme is designed for individuals interested in the development, care, and education of young children. This programme draws from various disciplines, including history, psychology, philosophy, sociology, law, and management, to provide a comprehensive understanding of childcare and education.

Programme Overview

The programme is studied over three years full-time, with the completion of four modules per academic year. The modules are assessed through examinations and submission of coursework.

Programme Modules

The programme includes the following modules:

• Approaches to Learning (30 Credits) - Compulsory
• Early Childhood Development (30 Credits) - Compulsory
• Reflective Professional Practice in Early Years (30 Credits) - Compulsory
• Infant Health and Well-being (30 Credits) - Compulsory

Programme Content

The BA Honours Early Childhood Studies programme covers various areas of study, including:

• History
• Psychology
• Sociology
• Leadership and management
• Curriculum studies
• Child development

Course Details

• Intake: September
• Duration: 3 years full-time
• Attendance: Full-time
• Course Leader: Dr. Alison Joy Burrows
• Fees: 59,947 - Year 1, 59,947 - Year 2, 59,947 - Year 3

Entry Requirements

The entry requirements for the programme are as follows:

• Indian Secondary School Certificates / CBSE: Minimum grade of 55-70% overall
• British A-Levels: Minimum Two or Three with grades AA / BBC
• GCSE: Students who have completed their GCSEs are eligible to join the International Foundation Programme
• International Baccalaureate: You must have passed the full IB Diploma with 24 – 28 Points
• American High School Diploma: Students with American High School Diploma are eligible to join the Foundation programme
• UAE's General Secondary Education Certificate Examination: Grade 12 (Tawjihiya) plus successful completion of the Middlesex University International Foundation Programme (IFP) or equivalent programmes
• Pakistani National Curriculum: Completion of Year 1 at a recognised post-secondary institution (university / college)
• Iranian Pre-University Certificate: Minimum overall grade of 12
• Nigerian Senior School Leaving Certificate: Candidates are admitted to the International Foundation Programme (IFP)
• National Curriculum of the countries of Russia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan: Candidates are admitted to the International Foundation Programme (IFP)
• West African GCE: Candidates are admitted to the International Foundation Programme (IFP)
• BTEC Level 3: BTEC Level 3 qualifications may be considered for direct entry into an undergraduate programme
• Middlesex University International Foundation Programme (IFP): Successful completion of the Middlesex University International Foundation Programme (IFP)

English Language Requirements

All programmes at Middlesex University Dubai are taught in English, and applicants with previous education outside of English-speaking countries must demonstrate English language proficiency as follows:

• English Language Test | Entry Requirement
  • IELTS Academic | 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each band)
  • TOEFL Internet-based | 72 (17 in listening & writing, 20 in speaking and 18 in reading)
  • Pearson PTE Academic | 51

Teaching

Classes are held at Dubai Knowledge Park campus Monday to Friday, between 8:30am and 5:30pm. No classes are scheduled on Fridays between 12.00pm and 2.00pm. Occasional sessions may be scheduled over weekends or holiday periods, and you can expect plenty of notice for these.

Future Career and Employment

Early Childhood Studies can lead to a range of careers in early year's education across management, administration, and research within a wide range of educational settings, as well as training organisations, charities, parents' advisory-support groups, local authorities, health authorities, charities, housing associations, and day nurseries. This unique degree can offer an entry route into many of the different career paths identified below:

• Early Years/Nursery Teacher
• Primary Teacher (teaching qualification required)
• Early Years Specialist/Advisor

Faculty

The faculty includes:

• Dr. Alison Joy Burrows, Senior Lecturer in Education
• Faiza Umar, MA SFHEA, Senior Lecturer, Head of Centre for Academic Success
• Dr. Yousra Osman, FHEA, Senior Lecturer in Education, Campus Programme Coordinator - Education