Early Childhood Education, Bachelor of Arts

Distance learning program @ Institute for Collaborative Studies 

👉 The part-time degree programme in Early Childhood Education at the University of Applied Sciences South Westphalia enables academic further education for nursery teachers, educators, and career changers in the field of early childhood education. Its significance lies in its practical orientation and the opportunity to set individual priorities through elective modules. Graduates can take on leadership positions in educational institutions and contribute to holistic educational promotion. With a duration of nine semesters, students obtain a Bachelor of Arts degree as well as state recognition as Early Childhood Educators.

At a Glance

🏫 Provider Institute for Collaborative Studies, Academic institution based in Iserlohn (Germany)
The Institute for Collaborative Studies NRW is a joint academic institution and the central coordination point for collaborative study programmes in NRW. As a service provider and support facility for cooperating universities, the Institute takes on central tasks for subject-specific as well as technical support. The Institute provides support for the development and implementation of collaborative study programmes.
🎓 Field of Study Health & SocialPedagogy
📜 Degree Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
⏳ Duration 9 Semesters
🎯 ECTS 180 Credit Points
🌍 Language of Instruction German
📖 Course contents Introduction to Early Childhood Education, Teaching and Methodology, Psychomotor Education, Fields of Work and Institutional Frameworks I, Artistic-aesthetic Education, Health Promotion, Introduction to Child and Childhood Research, Basics of Scientific Work, Mathematical-natural-scientific-technical Education I, Practice Project I, Educational Approaches and Programs, Developmental Psychological Foundations, Language Development and Support I, Intercultural Education, Play Pedagogy, Educational Diagnostics, Mathematical-natural-scientific-technical Education II, Practice Project III, Language Development and Support II, Quality and Team Development, Elective Module I, Integrative and Inclusive Education, Fields of Work and Institutional Frameworks II, Educational Cooperation, Elective Module II, Practice Project IV, Transition, Research Methods, Elective Module III, Practice Project V, Bachelor Thesis, Colloquium
📚 Electives Leadership and management, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics)
👥 In-person sessions 5 semester-long practical projects at the workplace and events typically on Saturdays from September to February or from March to July at the university (average time commitment per event: approx. 8 hours).
📍 Location Soest, Nordrhein-Westfalen
📅 Enrollment Winter semester
💶 Fees
from 209 € Semester fee
from 1855 € total
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Admission requirements

  • You need to have a university entrance qualification or an equivalently recognized education.
  • You must provide proof of a 6-week internship, which can be made up until the beginning of the 3rd semester.
  • For educators or individuals with an equivalent vocational training, 40 credit points can be credited upon application, allowing the start of the studies in the 3rd semester.

Furthermore, you must find a practical placement in a relevant institution to complete the practical components.

Details

The Bachelor of Arts programme in Early Childhood Education at the University of Applied Sciences South Westphalia is aimed at individuals who want to further qualify in the field of early childhood education. This professionally oriented programme is particularly attractive for state-recognized educators who can start directly in the 3rd semester. It also offers numerous scientific further education opportunities for career changers from other disciplines.

The programme enables a solid academic education in early childhood education, focusing on the practical and theoretical aspects of working with young children. Students acquire knowledge in areas such as developmental support, quality and social management, as well as natural and engineering science content. The option to specialize within elective modules complements the broad education. Practical projects are a central part of the programme, allowing students to gain practical experience in suitable educational institutions. The standard period of study is nine semesters with a workload of 4500 hours, equivalent to a total of 180 ECTS credits. The degree also includes state recognition as a childhood educator.

Graduates are qualified for leadership roles in childcare facilities, as well as in social pedagogical fields or in training and further education. Targeted support through face-to-face events, self-study, and a wide range of modules supports individual and practice-oriented further education in the field of early childhood education.

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