Working with Children, Young People and Families (top-up)

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Course Summary


• Expand your foundation degree knowledge to support children, young people and families in a range of professional settings.



• Study strength-based approaches and develop skills to work with families with multiple and complex needs.



• Enhance your inter-professional collaboration skills for roles in diverse contexts.



• Share learning experiences with other students through reflective discussions.



• Develop your research, digital and employability skills further.



On our one-year full-time BA (Hons) top-up degree you will build on the knowledge you’ve gained from a relevant foundation degree, graduating with a full degree and increasing your level of employability. You’ll explore key contemporary topics while further developing your skills; preparing to drive social change and empowerment for the children, young people and families you’ll be working with.

For full details of course modules, assessments, and teaching methods, please visit the course page on our website: https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/Social-work/BA-Honours-Working-with-Children-Young-People-and-Families-1-year-topup/Full-time

Do you want to be part of a friendly, inclusive student community with big ambitions?

Sheffield Hallam promise hands-on learning, employer connections, lifelong career support and access to industry experience and expertise. You are even guaranteed a paid internship after you graduate (eligibility criteria apply). With 95% of graduates in work or further study after graduating (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2022/23), the university is focused on helping students build the skills and experience employers are looking for.

Sheffield Hallam is recognised for delivering an outstanding student experience, with a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF 2023) and a prestigious 5 Star QS rating for teaching, employability, facilities and inclusiveness.

Every course includes real-world learning opportunities and placement options to help you become career ready. Students have worked with major organisations including IBM, Rolls-Royce, Disney, Adidas and DLA Piper.

You’ll also be studying in one of the UK’s top student cities, with buzzing nightlife, great food and the Peak District right on your doorstep.

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