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BA Childhood Studies

Partnership with Practitioners in the Early Years Sector

Students on the programme undertake a workplace based module every semester. The placement vary from pre-three centres, three to five years settings  and primary 1-3 in the primary school.  They range geographically from North Glasgow to Dumfries and Galloway. Meetings to discuss and evaluate the programme of study take place between  BA Childhood Studies tutors and placement mentors every semester, across the University's campuses.

Discussion with Scottish Social Services Council

The development of the programme of study the subject of ongoing discussion with the SSSC and it has been ensured that the programme meets conditions recommended:

  • Workplace is embedded;
  • Management content is given high priority;
  • The principles of SSSC are reflected in the programme.

Downloadable Documents:

2009/10 BACS Handbook (pdf format)


Workplace Guidance Booklets
Learning in Placement
Communication and Language in Placement Booklet