University Campus Oldham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
This course is aimed at people who are interested in working with children, young people and their families. The course enables you to study and develop specialist knowledge/skills relating to generic themes and disciplines such as child development, sociology, psychology, education, supporting families and safeguarding. You will develop your independent thinking, analytical and communication skills and this will help you become a clear and confident writer. Full time route (2 Years): This route is aimed at individuals who have an interest in developing the knowledge and skills for working with children and young people aged 0-18 years. Previous experience of working with children, young people or families will be advantageous for mature students who may not have the required UCAS points.
Assessment method
Students are supported throughout the course to develop their academic and professional skills through a number of teaching and learning strategies:
- Lectures, including the use of appropriate video material
- Student led presentations and seminars
- Practical workshops, including the use of ICT where relevant
- Directed reading and discussions of selected texts
- Paired and group work
- Blended Learning via VLE, including videos, interactive quizzes, discussion forums
- Guest speakers
- Independent study
- Individual tutorials
- Field trips.
- Reflective essay
- Report
- Presentation
How to apply
This course is not accepting applications from students requiring a Student visa. For more information, please contact the course provider.
31Jan
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:
- LL53
- Institution code:
- O10
- 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 - 64 points
Access to HE Diploma
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £7500 | Year 1 |
| England | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £7500 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Any additional costs will be detailed on the course pages at www.uco.oldham.ac.uk/courses/
Provider information
University Campus Oldham
Oldham Business Centre
University Way
Oldham
OL1 1BB