Modules

All students take a total of 120 credits per level. Level 4 Modules (all modules are mandatory) include: Child and Adolescent Development Ethical, Legal and Professional Responsibilities Effectively Supporting Children and Young People Reflective Practice Research Methods Integrated and Multi-Agency Working Level 5 Modules (there are 5 mandatory modules and 3 optional modules out of a choice of 5 as indicated by *) include: Social Policy Safeguarding Children and Young People Research Project Work Based Learning Youth Offending* Substance Misuse and Risk-taking Behaviour* Working with Abuse Mental Health* Optional Modules If we have insufficient numbers of students interested in an optional module, this may not be offered. If an optional module will not be run, we will advise you as soon as possible and help you choose an alternative module.

Assessment method

During the course you'll be assessed through a variety of methods. These include: Essays Seminars Examinations Portfolios Dissertations Reports Group presentations Projects and mini-dissertations In class tests Peer assessment Group assessment This formal assessment will count towards your module mark and feedback is usually given within 3 weeks following the submission of your formal submission of work. Additionally, some lecturers will provide informal feedback, for example, following an examination they may choose to work through the exam paper in a tutorial. It should be noted that feedback is part of the ongoing learning cycle which is not limited to written feedback. Other forms of feedback include one-to-one meetings with a personal tutor, dissertation and project supervision meetings, a lecturer responding to learner questions or responses during topic or situation discussions. Feedback is intended to help you learn and you are encouraged to discuss it with your module tutor.

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

• Course does not award QTS