Program Overview

Introduction to the Childhood Practice BA Program

The Childhood Practice BA program is offered by the School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law at the University of Dundee. This program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of childhood practice, including the theoretical and practical aspects of working with children.

Teaching and Assessment

The program uses a range of teaching approaches, including:

• Online study materials
• Discussion forums
• Webinars
• Email communications The majority of resources are available online, reducing the need for students to purchase or borrow a large number of books. Each student is assigned a personal Advisor of Studies to support them throughout their studies.

Assessment Methods

Students may be assessed in the following ways:

• Reflective and critical essays
• Case studies and scenarios
• Audits of practice
• Poster presentations There is one main assessment per module in the form of a written assignment. Students are also required to provide evidence of work-based learning. Regular skills sessions, individual feedback, and support from tutors, as well as access to the Academic Skills Centre, are provided to help students develop their academic writing skills.

Support Services

Students are assigned an Adviser of Studies to help support them through their studies. Additional support is available from the University of Dundee Support Services and fellow students via online discussion forums and social media.

Core Modules

The program includes the following core modules:

Level 1

• Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL 20) (PD10050): This module runs across both semesters and is worth 20 credits.
• Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) 60 (PD10052): This module runs across both semesters and is worth 60 credits.

Level 2

• Children's Health and Wellbeing (BA20050): This module explores health and wellbeing in the context of childhood practice. It runs across both semesters and is worth 20 credits.
• Diversity and Inclusion (BA20059): This module develops students' knowledge and understanding of children's rights, diversity, and inclusion. It runs across both semesters and is worth 20 credits.
• Children and Society (PD20055): This module supports students in understanding childhood as a concept and explores how perceptions of childhood change over time and across different cultures. It runs across both semesters and is worth 20 credits.
• Creativity and Self Expression (PD20056): This module explores creativity and self-expression in a child's development and learning. It runs across both semesters and is worth 20 credits.
• Leading Learning (PD20057): This module offers a holistic perspective on wellbeing, development, and learning, focusing on leading learning through play. It runs across both semesters and is worth 20 credits.

Level 3

• Pedagogical Perspectives (BA30057): This module explores different learning methods in early years education, focusing on play and creativity within a professional context. It runs across both semesters and is worth 30 credits.
• Action Research (BA30083): This module involves conducting a small study within a professional environment, choosing an area of interest to write a report on findings. It runs across both semesters and is worth 30 credits.
• Reviewing Policy and Legislation into Practice (BA30084): This module covers reviewing practice through a focused review, understanding current legislation, policies, and inspection documents. It runs across both semesters and is worth 30 credits.
• Leading Quality Childhood Practice (PD30076): This module develops leadership skills in childhood practice, supporting students to take the lead in supporting children's learning, development, and play. It runs across both semesters and is worth 30 credits.