11May
UndergraduateCourse summary
The community, children and families are at the heart of this course, which offers an excellent grounding to prepare for a range of roles within the children’s workforce. Students will: spend an extended time in placements which are relevant to the sector. gain an excellent understanding of issues relating to children, young people and families and their holistic development and needs. draw on a wide range of disciplines, including sociology, psychology, philosophy, education, public health and human rights investigate the changing dynamics within childhood, families and communities become critically informed graduates with transferrable skills for employment Study topics which are contemporary and directly related to children, young people, families and community. Experience extended placements within the children’s workforce Engage in research whilst out on placement whilst being guided by experienced practitioners Use your current relevant employment as your placement or seek exciting new experiences Receive support from an experienced staff team and academic tutorial system
Modules
YEAR 1 (FOUNDATION YEAR) The Education foundation year will introduce you to the theories of Child Development and how they can be applied and evidenced in practice. You will be given an overview of the concept of health and wellbeing in the early years and the importance of providing a healthy, safe and secure environment for children. You will gain a theoretical and experiential basis of the necessary skills to work with children, young people and families. MODULES The Skills You Need Introduction to Child Development Introduction to Health and Wellbeing Introduction to Safeguarding Children and Young People Introduction to Skills for the Workplace Contextual Studies YEAR 2 (LEVEL 4) The first year offers students a broad understanding of some of the main issues involving work with children, young people and families. This is a core year studied by all students to ensure the subject foundations, key study skills and preparation for placement are all in place. MODULES Learning to Learn in Higher Education Child Development and Play Introduction to ALN/SEND Preparing for your Placement Placement 1 YEAR 3 (LEVEL 5) This year builds upon the core skills gained at level 4 and introduces a specialist module specific to your study route and an optional module to choose from. A key part of level 5 is the introduction to research skills and an extended placement. MODULES Understanding Family in Childhood (Specialist Module) Inclusion and Diversity (Optional Module) Well-being and Resilience (Optional Module) Practice Informed Research Placement 2 YEAR 4 (LEVEL 6) The final year builds upon prior learning, requires more independent study and involves students completing a research project. This year you will study two specialist modules and develop your leadership skills. MODULES Childhood Law, Policy and Practice (Specialist Module) Working with Adverse Experiences in Childhood (Specialist Module) Leadership and Professional Development Practice Informed Research Project Placement 3 The information listed in this section is an overview of the academic content of the programme that will take the form of either core or option modules. Modules are designated as core or option in accordance with professional body requirements and internal academic framework review, so may be subject to change.
Assessment method
A range of assessment methods are used throughout your studies and could include: essays and reports; case studies; observations; portfolios; presentations and a research project at level 6. These varied assessment strategies help individuals to develop a range of transferrable skills required for work within child, family and community settings. TEACHING AND LEARNING Wrexham Glyndŵr University is committed to supporting our students to maximise their academic potential. We offer workshops and support sessions in areas such as academic writing, effective note-making and preparing for assignments. Students can book appointments with academic skills tutors dedicated to helping deal with the practicalities of university work. Our student support section has more information on the help available. Teaching hours are as follows: Year 1 (Level 4)(up to 8 hours a week module contact; 1 hour a week tutorial; an average of 16 hours a week private study) Year 2 (Level 5) (up to 9 hours a week module contact; 1 hour a week tutorial; an average of 15 hours a week private study) Year 3 (Level 6) (up to 9 hours a week module contact; 1 hour a week tutorial; an average of 15 hours a week private study) Placement forms a major part of the programme at each level of study: Year 1 (min of 90 hours); Year 2 (min of 134 hours); Year 3 (min of 45 hours). You will be expected to mirror the working hours of the staff within the placement setting you attend.
How to apply
25Jan
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:
- 14L1
- Institution code:
- G53
- Campus name:
- Wrexham (Main Campus)
- Campus code:
- W
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
International applicants
This course is not currently available to those requiring a Tier 4 visa to study in the UK.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 - 72 points
A level - EEE - DDD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - PPP - MPP
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher
AS
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MP - MM
Scottish Advanced Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Extended Project
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Wrexham Glyndwr University takes into account a variety of qualifications and experience when considering applications to our programmes. If you are unsure if the qualifications you currently hold will be accepted for entry, or if you're not sure you'll achieve the required UCAS Tariff points, please contact us at [email protected] for further advice and guidance.
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9000 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Wrexham University
Plas Coch
Mold Road
Wrexham
LL11 2AW