BA (Hons) Childhood and Youth Studies

Course Overview

Learn the skills and get the workplace experience to support children and young people with equality at the heart of your practice on this Childhood and Youth studies degree.

You'll discover how factors such as the education system, youth culture, the Coronavirus pandemic and social media affect children's development. You’ll also have the chance to explore specialist topics such as outdoor education, safeguarding and the role of play in a child’s development.

Develop the knowledge and skills to support children with special educational needs (SEN) and those from a care background, making sure no child misses out on the educational and development opportunities available to them.

After the course, you’ll be set for a career supporting children and their families in areas such as youth work, social care and education.

General Eligibility

• A levels – ABB–BBC

• UCAS points – 112–128 points to include a minimum of 2 A Levels, or equivalent 

• T levels – Merit

• BTECs (Extended Diplomas) – DDM–DMM

• International Baccalaureate – 25

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• The IELTS score for international applicants is 6 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).