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BA (Hons) Working with Children, Families and Communities

Anglia Ruskin University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the complex needs of children, families, and communities. You will learn how to work effectively with these groups, supporting their well-being and promoting positive change. With a focus on practical skills and real-world applications, you will gain the knowledge and confidence to make a meaningful impact in your chosen profession.

Additional Information

This course is ideal for those interested in pursuing careers in social work, counseling, teaching, or other related fields. Our experienced faculty will provide you with the skills and support you need to succeed in this rewarding and challenging field.

Discover the Benefits of Studying at Anglia Ruskin University

Anglia Ruskin University is a global university known for its innovative teaching methods and commitment to providing students with a high-quality education. With state-of-the-art facilities and a diverse student body, you will have the perfect environment in which to learn and grow.

Why You Should Study This Course

Gain real-world experience and learn how to support children's mental health and wellbeing on our Working with Children, Families and Communities degree in Chelmsford. During your studies, youll unpick issues of social justice, inclusion, diversity, and equality and understand how to support a diverse range of people. Youll develop your ability to critically reflect on experiences, as well as a broad and balanced societal view supported by theoretical knowledge and research evidence. The Governments aspiration is for different services to work together in a more integrated way to support children, young people, and their families. Numerous services, from education to social care, can play a part in doing this €“ and our course will give you the skills and knowledge you need to pursue a career in these areas.

General Eligibility

  • 88 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 2 A Levels (or equivalent).

  • 5 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Core modules

  • Critical Skills for Higher Education

  • Perspectives on the Child 1: Childhood as a Construct - Physical and Social Development of Children

  • Contemporary Issues in Social Work

  • Safeguarding in Context

2 Year 2

Core modules

  • Perspectives on the Child 2: Childhood Cognitive and Language Development

  • Reflective Practice in an Interprofessional Context

  • Studying Research in an Interprofessional Context

  • Working with Communities: Identifying and Responding to Needs

  • Ruskin Module

3 Year 3

Core modules

  • Sustainable Social Work

  • Perspectives on the Child 3: Inclusion, SEND and Developmental Difficulties

  • Special Focus Project

  • Working with Communities: Engaging the Community

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

The IELTS score for international applicants to Joint Honours is 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).

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