Early Years

We are delighted you have decided to find out about our Early Years programmes. Our programmes offer a range of study options in both English and Welsh, day or evening. Come to visit us for a chat at one of our open evenings or get in touch with g.tinney@uwtsd.ac.uk and choose the right route for you.

All our programmes recognise the enormous potential for children given the right opportunities to thrive and develop. Children’s wellbeing, rights and inclusion underpin all our programmes and you will have a significant role to play in the further development of early year’s education and care.

We focus on your development as an Early Years professional. Our courses will prepare you for a fulfilling and exciting career, positively influencing the lives of children and families.

You will also have the opportunity to gain a license to practice by studying the BA (Hons) Early Years Education and Care: Early Years Practitioner Status which is recognised by Social Care Wales for professionals working in the Early Years Education and Care sector. It is also full and relevant demonstrating graduate practitioner competences and part of the Early Childhood Studies Degrees Network (ECSDN).

Our graduates go onto to a range of careers and fulfilling roles such as; teachers, social workers, police, health care practitioners, wellbeing and play officers.