Higher Education In this section Studying higher education Innovate 21 Competition Programmes Foundation degree programmes Top-up degree programmes Masters degree Professional qualifications Higher Apprenticeships North East Institute of Technology Research & Scholarly Activity Student life HE Information Our early years higher education programmes Study early years with us and make a difference to the lives of young people. BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies (Top-up) Full Time This programme builds on and consolidates existing knowledge, understanding and skills of working with children, strengthening the links between theory and practice. FdA Childhood Studies & Professional Practice Full Time This course combines practical and theoretical learning to help you develop expert skills and knowledge for working with children. FdA Supporting Learning & Teaching Part Time This programme will help you to play an important role in creating a thriving learning environment either in the classroom as a learning support assistant, teaching assistant or another related role in this rewarding sector.