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BA EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHING and LEARNING (FLEXIBLE)
- Qualification
- Bachelor Of Arts Degree
- CAO Points
- 0
- CAO/MU Apply code
- MH004
- Award Type and NFQ level
- Undergraduate Degree (8)
- Study Mode
- Full time
- Closing Date
- 01 July 2025
Overview
Degree Overview
>Flexible, level 8 honours degree, catering for those currently working in the ECEC sector. Those aspiring to enter the Early Childhood Education and Care sector from Leaving Certificate or further education paths may be interested in the full-time programme MH003.
>The Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Teaching and Learning is a progressive Level 8 degree, supporting the development of outstanding early childhood educators.
>The programme is closely linked with Early Childhood Education and Care practice, and its lecturers are experienced in the development, delivery and advocacy of Early Childhood Education and Care.
>Work placements* take place in Tusla-notified Early Childhood Education and Care settings. Those working in the sector may use their workplace as their placement setting. However, short, alternative placements are also required each year.
>Applicants with full level 6 qualification in ECEC are exempt from 1st year.
>Students can graduate with Level 7 qualification after 3rd year or Level 8 qualification after 4th year.
>This degree offers graduates the option of progressing their careers in varied professional roles.
*Placement is required (420 hours per academic year)
Course structure
Duration: 4 years (flexible)
Course structure
>This programme is designed for Early Years Educators working in early childhood education and care settings.
>Applicants with a Level 6 qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care may apply for exemption from year 1.
>Those aspiring to enter the Early Childhood Education and Care sector from Leaving Certificate or further education paths may be interested in the full-time programme MH003.
Disclaimer
The modules below are indicative of the content associated with this course of study.
The modules are subject to change as the curriculum is revised and reviewed annually.
After Undergraduation
Graduates emerge as early years teaching professionals. Career progression within this sector for those with a level 8 Early Childhood degree is expanding rapidly within and beyond Early Childhood Education and Care settings to include opportunities within policy development and evaluation agencies within government departments, semi-state bodies and NGO’s.
The Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Teaching and Learning positions graduates to spearhead and lead learning in Early Childhood Education and Care services. Graduates may also take up roles with local development agencies within the early childhood sector, both nationally and internationally.
Visit the Graduate Studies website for more information about postgraduate options.
Entry Requirements
Applicants with a level 6 qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care may apply for exemption from year 1.
Please note that applications for the BA Early Childhood - Teaching and Learning (flexible) degree (CAO Code MH004) must be made through the Advanced Entry portal on the CAO application website.
Please note that MH004 BA Early Childhood Teaching and Learning (flexible) will run subject to sufficient numbers in 2025. A decision on September 2025 intake will be made in May 2025. For more details please contact the Department.
This table displays the requirements for Leaving Certificate applicants.
|
Subject |
Required |
Ordinary Level Grade |
Higher Level Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
Irish |
No |
N/A |
N/A |
English |
No |
N/A |
N/A |
Language |
No |
N/A |
N/A |
Mathematics |
No |
N/A |
N/A |
Science |
No |
N/A |
N/A |
How to apply
APPLY TO THE CAO | WWW.CAO.IE
Applicants with a level 6 qualification in Early Childhood Education and Care may apply for exemption from year 1.
Please note that applications for the BA Early Childhood - Teaching and Learning (flexible) degree (CAO Code MH004) must be made through the Advanced Entry portal on the CAO application website.
Please note that MH004 BA Early Childhood Teaching and Learning (flexible) will run subject to sufficient numbers in 2025. A decision on September 2025 intake will be made in May 2025. For more details please contact the Department.
The application process depends on the type of applicant you are. Click here for all information about how to apply.
Categories of applicant:
- Mature students (part-time degrees the mature age is 21)
- EU/EFTA/UK students
- International students (outside the EU)
- QQI (Further Education) students
- Transferring students
- Deferring students