City of Sunderland College has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
The programme qualifies successful students to level 5 and relates to working with children aged from birth-18 years (specialise in your own area of interest or experience) in a range of settings. If applicants wish to work in schools, family support, children’s services, youth work, residential childcare etc., or are already employed in such settings, then this course can support them in developing their knowledge and skills.
Modules
Researching and Evaluating practice Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-oppressive practice through (with work-based learning) The Internet, Media & Society Crime and Conflict Identity, Personality and Social justice Innovative Approaches to Working with Children and Families
Assessment method
The programme uses a blended learning approach, combining face to face sessions with online and practical work where appropriate. The learning and teaching methods typically used by tutors include lectures, seminars, guest speakers, workshops and tutorials. A significant amount of personal study time is expected to be undertaken by the student, comprising, for example, background reading, assignment work, preparation for seminars and practical case studies. A social learning community including a peer support programme will further enhance this. Assessment tasks are linked to the learning outcomes of each module and are normally completed at the end of the module. Assessment typically consists of practical and theoretical work. Assessment include: portfolio, oral presentation, written work and resource development. You will have formative assessment to help you learn and develop your knowledge and skills and summative assessment on which you are graded. Continuous assessment is utilised on the programme. Formative feedback is an ongoing process and is delivered via tutorials, group discussion and peer input. Summative feedback takes place at the end of each semester and you can expect written feedback on your module performance. You are also offered the chance to further discuss the written comments via one-to-one tutorial with the module tutor and/or Programme Leader.
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:
- WCF5
- Institution code:
- C69
- Campus name:
- Northumberland College
- Campus code:
- 8
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
We are unable to support Visa Applications.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
A relevant level 4 in childcare, health and social care or similar.
Additional entry requirements
Interview
English language requirements
All applicants should hold a level 2 maths and English language qualification at grade 4 or above, or be willing to work towards it. Qualifications will be reviewed on an individual basis
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £6165 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £6165 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £6165 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £6165 | 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
Additional costs relate to travel to and from College and placement alongside general stationary costs. Access to books and resources is provided by the College, although students may wish to purchase key texts at their discretion
Provider information
City of Sunderland College
Bede Centre
Durham Road
Sunderland
SR3 4AH