Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education - Extended

An Extended Master's helps international students get familiar with Master's study through a preparation phase in the summer before the main course starts. Whether those who’re looking to professionally progress or wanting to kickstart their career in early years education, then an MA Early Years Education will open many opportunities for them. As education continues to evolve as the importance of early child development plays an essential role in children’s future success, this MA will deepen their knowledge and understanding of this critical time in children’s lives. Focusing on the 0-8 age range, students will delve into pedagogy, politics, and theory as they explore critical questions related to this topic. Alongside this, students will develop their academic skills through critical thinking, research, and self-reflection as they engage with up-to-date theory and practice within early childhood education.

Students will study six 20-credit modules and a 60-credit dissertation. They will be assessed via a range of assessment types including reflective commentaries, literature reviews, presentations, critical analysis, portfolios and research reports. There are no exams. Graduates have been successful in pursuing careers in a variety of early childhood policy, practice and research contexts. On completion of MA, students could undertake further study at CCCU by pursuing one of the research degrees (MPhil, EdD or PhD).