Early Childhood Education and Care BA (Hons)

**Early years professionals play a crucial role in shaping young minds working in areas including childcare, support services, children’s centres and healthcare.**<br/><br/>Our Early Childhood Education and Care degree will build your knowledge and skills to turn your passion for working with children into a rewarding career.<br/><br/>Youll study child development, sociology, psychology, health and social policy, and explore education, the roles of family and wider institutions and more.<br/><br/>Two placements, visiting experts, field trips and observational visits to different early years settings, will develop your experience and understanding of the sector to ensure you are work-ready.<br/><br/>**Top reasons to choose this course**<br/><br/><br/>- 2nd in the UK for education courses – Guardian University Guide 2025.<br/><br/><br/>- 100% of graduates in work or further study 15 months after their degree – Graduate Outcomes survey.<br/><br/><br/>- Two placement opportunities to gain hands-on professional experience.<br/><br/><br/>- Observational study visits to support your understanding of the sector.<br/><br/><br/>- Learn from a team of early years experts and visiting guest lecturers.<br/><br/><br/>- Specialist curriculum centre with 30,000 specialist resources to enhance your learning. <br/><br/><br/>- Successful completion of the degree will lead to you being counted as a level 3 early years practitioner. <br/><br/><br/>- Guaranteed interview to our postgraduate teaching courses if you wish to pursue a career in teaching. <br/>

At Brighton, you'll study in a way that prepares you for your future. Essential graduate skills are built into every course, and you can make your CV stand out even more with optional placements and study abroad. Through practical, hands-on learning, you'll graduate confident with the knowledge and skills to make a difference and kick-start your career.<br/><br/>Brighton don't just want you to succeed, but to feel good too! From their flexible admissions process to academic and wellbeing support networks, Brighton will help you have a smooth transition to university. <br/><br/>The University of Brighton is based on the south coast, between the sea and the Sussex countryside. Brighton is one of the most unique cities in the UK and it is bursting with life. Independent and inclusive, students can enjoy shopping, green spaces, sports facilities and brilliant nightlife. The music and arts scene is up-and-coming; with the city being home to galleries and museums, in addition to hosting world-famous music acts. There is also the AMEX stadium, where the Premier League Brighton and Hove Albion FC play their matches. Brighton truly has it all!