Course Overview

Are you ready to take the next step towards making a positive impact on children’s lives? Our unique BA (Hons) Childhood and Society degree will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to support your aspirations. Focusing on childhood from conception to 14 years, this degree is for those planning a rewarding future in a diverse range of areas including education, social care, and health care.

You’ll gain a broad view of childhood; child development and how different societies consider childhood. In addition to studying the core childhood themes, you’ll focus on modules related to society.

Give real-life context to your studies and become even more attractive to future employers with our enhanced placement opportunities. You’ll be well prepared for the world of work with our extensive network of 600 partnerships in a wide range of settings. There’s even the opportunity to take your placement overseas.

General Eligibility

For UK Students:

• Standard offer: 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications.

• Contextual offer: 104 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications.

• GCSE English and Maths grade C / 4.

International Students:

• 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths grade C / 4.

Other requirements

You will also need to complete:

• an Enhanced with Barred List(s) DBS check; and

• a satisfactory placement suitability check.

International qualifications

We accept qualifications from all over the world – check yours here: https://www.ntu.ac.uk/international/study-and-courses/your-application/entry-requirements-by-country

Part Time Work Details

20 hours work permit for international students

Language Requirement

• Accepted qualifications:

  • IELTS Academic

  • TOEFL iBT, including ‘Home Edition' - We accept the online test as well

  • IGCSE

  • Cambridge

  • Oxford

  • Pearson Test of English

  • International/European Baccalaureate

  • A/O level

  • Trinity College ISE

  • KITE - We accept the online test as well

  • Various country qualifications

  6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component

  This requirement is for Year One entry only. If you're starting in Year Two or final year you'll need a higher grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component