Childhood and Youth (F55) MA

Explore childhood and youth through an interdisciplinary approach that blends theory, policy and practice. Designed for graduates and professionals considering the field, this postgraduate degree enhances understanding and develops practice using global case studies that link theory to practical applications. Youll explore diverse contexts of young lives, policy changes and critical reflective practice, and the dissertation module includes a small-scale inquiry or an extended literature review and research proposal. While this degree doesn’t provide professional recognition, graduates with backgrounds in Childhood and Youth Studies, Early Years, Education Studies, Social Work or Health and Social Care will find it particularly relevant.<br/><br/><strong>Key features of the course</strong><br/>• Equips you with the critical tools to analyse policy and to reflect on your own practice<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Designed to help you develop professionally and meet the diverse and changing needs of children and young people<br/><br/><br/><br/>• A strong focus on multi-agency working and inter-professional practice<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Offers a choice between a small-scale inquiry or an extended literature review and research proposal<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Gives you the option to count your previous study towards this qualification, helping you pay less and finish sooner<br/><br/>