Course summary

Children are at the forefront of policy and debate in our society. This course is designed, therefore, to help you understand the issues our young people face, by gaining crucial insight into what shapes children’s lives. By enrolling onto our Childhood Studies BA(Hons) course, you can make a potentially life-changing difference to the lives, health, and development of young people. We welcome students from all backgrounds (including those who have chosen to retrain), and those on this BA(Hons) degree will gain access to a host of opportunities, learning from guest lecturers, and attending placements and field trips. The course allows you to: • explore the nature of childhood and youth in contemporary society • examine relevant social theory and research • focus on current policy and practices. You’ll explore children’s voices, too, as well as their wellbeing and development, social policy, children’s rights, youth identities and cultures, and how to protect vulnerable children and young people. Why study Childhood Studies BA(Hons) at The University of Huddersfield? You’ll be supported to find a placement, which will see you gain a minimum of 80 hours real-world experience in education, childcare, or community settings. Combining theory and practical work, this early childhood degree can offer a clear pathway to a rewarding career. Previous graduates are childcare workers, primary school teachers, and social support workers†, all possessing a wealth of skills gleaned on and off-campus – communication skills being key. You might opt to pursue further study post-University – including a PGCE or other professional Master’s programme. Professional Bodies At Huddersfield, you’ll also study the Global Professional Award alongside your degree†, allowing you to gain valuable qualities and experiences that could help you to get the career you want, no matter what your field of study is. †full-time, undergraduate first degrees with a minimum duration of three years. This does not include postgraduate, foundation, top-up, accelerated or apprenticeship degrees. Why Huddersfield? Huddersfield’s vibrant and friendly campus is a great place from which to study, while the town itself offers lots to see and do, with good transport links in and around the area.