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BA (Hons) Children, Young People and Society

York St John University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This course will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the complex issues surrounding children, young people and society. You'll explore topics such as child development, education, health and wellbeing, and social policy, gaining a critical perspective on the intersections between theory and practice. Our experienced lecturers will help you develop a range of skills, including research, analysis and communication, preparing you for a career in a variety of settings, including education, social work and youth work.

Additional Information

This course is ideal for those who want to make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people. You'll have the opportunity to engage with real-world case studies and projects, gaining valuable experience in a practical setting. Our graduates have gone on to pursue successful careers in fields such as education, social work, and youth work.

Join a leading provider of education and research in the field of children, young people and society at York St John University.

York St John University is a leading provider of education and research in the field of children, young people and society. Our university has a long history of excellence in this area, with a strong focus on practical application and real-world experience. You'll benefit from our expert lecturers and state-of-the-art facilities, providing you with a world-class education.

Why You Should Study This Course

Guided by principles of equality, inclusion, and social justice, you will consider how best to support young people, families, and the communities around them. We keep our course relevant and meaningful by engaging with many of the issues and barriers affecting children and young people today. This might include discussions about mental health, abuse, social mobility, injustice, and issues of diversity and difference. You will consider the barriers affecting individual development, the wider societal issues that surround them, and the ways we can support them. You will also gain valuable practical experience, carrying out 105 hours of work experience through the Learning in Practice module. Our modules draw on the team's research and our professional experience. The team has experience in a wide range of senior roles in education and social care. We bring our professional values and philosophical approach to our teaching, as well as our academic expertise.

General Eligibility

104 UCAS Tariff points 3 GCSEs at grade C/4 (or equivalent) including the English Language.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1
  • Academic and Professional Literacies

  • Child Development

  • Protection and Safeguarding in Context

  • Effective Communication and Teamwork

  • Special Educational Needs and Inclusion

  • Understanding Childhoods

2 Year 2
  • Mental Health and Wellbeing

  • Social Divisions, Inequities and Inclusion

  • Supporting Families

  • Learning as a Researcher

  • Learning in Practice

  • Questioning the Purpose: Philosophies of Childhood, Family and Education

3 Year 3
  • State Intervention: The Individual and Society

  • Contemporary Issues: Local, National, Global

  • Inclusive Practice: Local, National, Global

  • Transforming Communities

  • Trauma-Informed Practice

  • Dissertation

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69
If English is not your first language you will need to show that you have English Language competence at IELTS level 6.0 (with no skill below 5.5) or equivalent.

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For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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