Childhood Studies (Top Up) University of South Wales
| Award | Attendance | Study | Duration | Start | Domestic fees | International fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSc (Hons) | On-Campus | Full-time, Part-time | 1 - 2 years | September | find out | find out |
Course overview
Current childhood policy stresses the importance of placing the child at the centre of the government agenda and this exciting award aims to highlight the rights and needs of the child and family. The BSc (Hons) Childhood Studies is a relevant course for a wide range of professionals who work with children and families, including nurses, health visitors, early years educators, nursery workers in the public and independent sectors, social workers and people working in the youth justice and law enforcement sectors.
You will get to study and learn with people from a variety of disciplines, who are all concerned with the wellbeing of children and their families. The emphasis of our Childhood Studie degree is on exploring childhood from a global perspective to develop or strengthen your understanding of factors that affect a child's health and wellbeing.
Entry requirements
This is a top-up degree. You must be working in a relevant area of childcare and possess a total of 240 credits - 120 at Level 4 and 120 at Level 5. Equivalent work-related qualifications are also acceptable. Those who are unable to demonstrate the relevant academic credits may be eligible for Accreditation of Prior and Experiential Learning (APEL) considerations.
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