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Working with Children, Young People and Families at University of Hull - UCAS

University of Hull

Degree level: Undergraduate

Working with Children, Young People and Families

Course summary

Explore how children, families and their communities are impacted by the way society is structured, and understand the role you can play in supporting them through times of change and crisis. With the support of our highly respected academics, and using a trauma-informed approach, you’ll use real-life issues – like digital communications, abuse, and poverty – to gain the key skills needed to enhance outcomes for children and families. Train in safeguarding and Portage, study for an accredited Forest School certification, and broaden your experience through industry events and professional placements both in the UK and abroad. Why study at Hull?

  • Links to 600+ UK education institutions: Gain hands-on experience on work placements in a wide range of settings.
  • Boost your CV with extra qualifications: As well as certified training in safeguarding and Portage, our course gives you the chance to study for Forest School certification.
  • Study abroad: Choose to spend a semester studying abroad at one of our partner universities in countries such as Denmark, Norway and Sweden.
Where could this take me? Preparing you with the in-demand skills employers in the sector need, you’ll be ready for future career success working with children and young people. Many graduates choose to specialise in education, health or social care support work, or look to roles in the private, voluntary, health or maintained sectors. Your graduate opportunities will be varied, including roles like education welfare officer, special school teaching assistant, family support officer, home education assistant, hospital nursery leader, and independent support practitioner.

Modules

Core modules include: Health and Wellbeing Learning Across the Lifespan Families, Culture and Community Ethical Dilemmas and the Moral Maze Safeguarding and Family Support Professional Practice Placement Childhood and the Digital World Environments for Learning

Assessment method

You'll be assessed through a combination of written, practical and coursework assessments throughout your degree. Written assessment typically includes exams and multiple choice tests. Practical is an assessment of your skills and competencies. This could include presentations, school experience, work experience or laboratory work. Coursework typically includes essays, written assignments, dissertations, research projects or producing a portfolio of your work.


How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
L591
Institution code:
H72
Campus name:
The University of Hull
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Applicants must also have GCSE English Language/Literature at Grade C/4 Applicants with other qualifications are welcome to apply.

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6This course requires IELTS 6.0 overall, with at least 5.5 in each skill. For other English language proficiency qualifications accepted by the University please visit www.hull.ac.uk
Institution's Own Test60% overall (with minimum 55% in each skill)

Please click below for a list of the English language qualifications we accept.

https://www.hull.ac.uk/Choose-Hull/Study-at-Hull/Admissions/English-language-requirements.aspx


Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students
65%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
80%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Republic of Ireland £9535 Year 1
England £9535 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9535 Year 1
Scotland £9535 Year 1
Wales £9535 Year 1
Channel Islands £9535 Year 1
International £17500 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

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Working with Children, Young People and Families at University of Hull - UCAS