Course summary
This foundation degree (levels 4 and 5), which is awarded by the University of Cumbria and taught at Bury College University Centre, is aimed at people wanting to work with children, young people and families. It covers a wide range of issues affecting children and families in today’s society. Each of the modules provides a secure grounding in issues for all professionals working in multi-agency contexts with children and their carers. The course offers you the opportunity to continue studying at a higher level, whilst broadening your knowledge and understanding gained at Level 3, or through your previous experience. Your placement is an integral part of the course and allows you to experience real work environments whilst gaining valuable knowledge and skills. Upon completion, you can progress onto study BA (Hons) Working with Children and Families (Top-Up) at Bury College University Centre. Course validated by: University of Cumbria
Modules
You will cover the following topics: Level 4 • Perspectives in Human Development • Professional Skills with Children, Young People, Families and Communities • Social and Political Influences on Policy and Practice • Play and Creative Development in Diverse Contexts • Cultural and Historical Influences on Children, Young People and Families • An Introduction to Practitioner Research Level 5 • Researching and Evaluating Practice • Crime and Conflict • Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-oppressive Practice (with work based learning) • The Internet, Media and Society • Identity, Personality and Social Justice • Innovative Approaches to Working with Children and Families Level 6 • Enabling Practice and Empowerment for Communities • Outdoor Environments and Experiential Learning • Supporting Health and Wellbeing • Extended Professional Practice Report: Dissertation • Employability, Progression and Leadership As part of the Personal/Professional Development modules you will undertake placement in a variety of settings, this could be paid or voluntary work.
Assessment method
This course includes a wide variety of assessment methods aimed at building your subject knowledge, academic and professional skills. The course involves a considerable amount of group work and creative assessment and will enable you to learn a range of new skills.
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- L2X0
- Institution code:
- B93
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 80 points
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £8250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £8250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £8250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £8250 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Bury College
Woodbury Centre
Market Street
Bury
BL9 0BG