Childhood, Youth and Special Educational Needs (Top-up) BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Childhood, Youth and Special Educational Needs (Top-up) BA (Hons)
Build on your existing expertise with our one-year Childhood, Youth & Special Educational Needs BA (Hons) Top-up degree.
Ideal for those who have undertaken the equivalent foundation degree and are already working in early years, schools, youth services, or family support, this level 6 qualification will enhance your knowledge, leadership skills, and career potential. This part-time course is perfect for you if you want to continue working alongside your studies.
Created by sector professionals and alumni, this work-based degree bridges academic...
<strong>Build on your existing expertise with our one-year Childhood, Youth & Special Educational Needs BA (Hons) Top-up degree</strong>. <br/><br/>Ideal for those who have undertaken the equivalent foundation degree and are already working in early years, schools, youth services, or family support, this level 6 qualification will enhance your knowledge, leadership skills, and career potential. This part-time course is perfect for you if you want to continue working alongside your studies. <br/><br/>Created by sector professionals and alumni, this work-based degree bridges academic learning with real-world practice. Taught in flexible evening and weekend sessions at our Canterbury and Medway campuses, this course will empower you to lead inclusive change in educational and community settings. <br/><br/><strong>What you’ll learn</strong> <br/><br/><br/>• Lead inclusive projects that drive meaningful change for children and young people with special educational needs (SEN). <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Evaluate complex policy, research, and practice in childhood education through a critical, professional lens. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Design and implement effective team-based approaches that support learning and wellbeing. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Develop sustainable partnerships across education, health, and social care to improve outcomes. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Strengthen your leadership and reflective skills to influence practice and strategy in your setting. <br/><br/><br/><br/>This top-up degree is a powerful step toward senior roles in childhood education, SEN coordination, or further study. Graduates progress into teaching, youth work, educational psychology, social work, and other graduate professions, as well as furthering their existing professional standing. <br/><br/>If you’re looking to advance your career and continue to make a difference, then apply to study Childhood, Youth & Special Educational Needs BA (Hons) Top-up. <br/><br/><strong>Study options and Location</strong><br/><br/><strong>Twilight:</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Canterbury Campus<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Medway Campus<br/><br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
X324
Institution Code
C10
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
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Access to HE Diploma
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
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A level
Foundation Degree in Childhood Studies or related subject and GCSE English Language at C or grade 4 and above.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £17,000 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |












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