Children are at the forefront of policy and debate in our society. This course is designed, therefore, to help you understand the issues our children and young people face, by gaining crucial insight into what shapes children’s lives. By enrolling onto our Childhood Studies BA(Hons) course, you can make a potentially life-changing difference to the lives, health, and development of young people.

 

We welcome students from all backgrounds (including those who have chosen to retrain), and those on this BA(Hons) degree will gain access to a host of opportunities, learning from guest lecturers, and attending placements and field trips.

 

Why study Childhood Studies BA(Hons)

The course allows you to:

• explore the nature of childhood and youth in contemporary society
• examine relevant social theory and research
• focus on current policy and practices.

 

You’ll explore children’s voices, too, as well as their wellbeing and development, social policy, children’s rights, youth identities and cultures, and how to protect vulnerable children and young people.

 

You’ll be supported to find a relevant placement, which will see you gain a minimum of 120 hours real-world experience in education, childcare or community settings. This will also help you hone the skills you glean on campus; containing a unique blend of theory and practical work, this early childhood degree can offer a clear pathway to a rewarding career. Previous graduates are early childhood workers, primary school teachers, and social support workers*, all possessing a wealth of skills gleaned on and off-campus – communication skills being key.

 

Following the degree, you might opt to pursue further study – including a PGCE or other professional Master’s programme. Previous students have gone on to study MSc Social Work and MSc Child nursing.