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Make a real difference to the lives of children and their families on a degree course that combines up-to-the-minute theory with practical experience, providing you with a thorough understanding of the needs of children and young people in a digital age. Start by exploring child development and child welfare as well as the social policies and legislation surrounding it before choosing from specialist options, such as mental health, disability, SEND and youth violence, in your second and third years.
**Facilities and Specialist Equipment**
- Four-storey library with exte...
Make a real difference to the lives of children and their families on a degree course that combines up-to-the-minute theory with practical experience, providing you with a thorough understanding of the needs of children and young people in a digital age. Start by exploring child development and child welfare as well as the social policies and legislation surrounding it before choosing from specialist options, such as mental health, disability, SEND and youth violence, in your second and third years.<br/><br/>**Facilities and Specialist Equipment**<br/>- Four-storey library with extensive range of physical and digital resources.<br/><br/><br/>- Postgraduate lecture theatres and bespoke group study spaces. <br/><br/><br/>- Interactive learning opportunities with the use of case studies and our new, state-of-the-art simulation suites offering a range of relevant practice scenarios.<br/><br/><br/>**Partnerships and Collaborations**<br/>- Our strong links with local organisations, charities and practitioners open up opportunities for voluntary and work placements in the community. For example, our students have recently undertaken projects in local primary schools, family centres, youth centres and with the Youth Partnership Service.<br/><br/>**Your Student Experience**<br/>- Learn from a staff team from a variety of professional and practice backgrounds including alternative educational provision; counselling and drugs support; youth work; community work; mentoring and coaching; safeguarding; early years; looked-after children; and relationships and sex education. <br/><br/><br/>- Study alongside academics with on-going research expertise in areas including school exclusion and alternative provision; fatherhood and masculinity; and interventions to tackle harmful sexualised behaviours in schools. <br/><br/><br/>- Make the most of opportunities to learn alongside students from similar subjects in some of your units, benefitting from the diversity of perspectives. <br/><br/><br/>- As you progress in your studies, you explore more specialist topics in your second and third years. <br/><br/><br/>- Take on accredited training leading to a Certificate in Safeguarding in your final year. <br/><br/><br/>- Immerse yourself in our #SASS Change Maker initiative, which works with local charities, policymakers and influences to raise awareness of topical issues in society. <br/><br/><br/>- Be able to recognise and challenge discrimination, oppression and inequality across a range of services. <br/><br/><br/>- Benefit from our ‘Youth work community of practice’ hosted by academic team member (and MA course lead) Dr Tina Salter, where students and regional youth workers or service providers can explore issues around practice. <br/><br/><br/>- Hear from leading guest speakers in our regular workshops and seminars. <br/><br/><br/>- Take part in subject-relevant field trips to sites such as the Museum of Childhood. <br/><br/><br/>- In your final year, choose from completing a research dissertation or a 100-hour placement project of your choice. <br/>
Tired of irrelevant modules? At the University of Bedfordshire, all courses are designed with the real world in mind.
From freshers week to after you graduate, you can expect outstanding careers support. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, paramedic, or pilot, you'll benefit from career-relevant teaching from industry experts and academics. Picture careers workshops, industry visits and placement years. That's what awaits at Bedfordshire.
You won't just find your footing in your career. You'll also be encouraged to become a confident, well-rounded individual...
Tired of irrelevant modules? At the University of Bedfordshire, all courses are designed with the real world in mind. <br/><br/>From freshers week to after you graduate, you can expect outstanding careers support. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, paramedic, or pilot, you'll benefit from career-relevant teaching from industry experts and academics. Picture careers workshops, industry visits and placement years. That's what awaits at Bedfordshire. <br/><br/>You won't just find your footing in your career. You'll also be encouraged to become a confident, well-rounded individual, fully-equipped to make your mark on the world. That's why Bedfordshire is proud to host an enormous range of societies, where you can explore your passions and meet like-minded people. With Psychology, Swimming, French, Film, Dance, Volleyball and Beer & Conversation among the unique student communities in Bedfordshire, you'll feel right at home! <br/><br/>Register your interest now at the University of Bedfordshire.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
09/2024
Campus
Luton Campus
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
L550
Institution Code
B22
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
UCAS TariffScottish Higher96 - 112 UCAS Tariff points Access to HE Diploma96 - 112 UCAS Tariff points Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)A level |
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