PGCert Developmental and Therapeutic Play at Swansea University

Programme overview

A course from the Department for Education and Childhood Studies exploring how play shapes children's development, learning and emotional wellbeing, for those from education, social care, psychology or playwork; it equips graduates to apply play expertise in health, education, social care and community contexts but does not train them as therapists.

Faculty: School of Social Sciences | Department: Education and Childhood Studies | Duration: 1 year full-time or part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Study draws on the taught modules of the MA, including Perspectives on Play and Therapeutic Work and Play Practice.

Career pathways

Graduates work in schools, hospitals, early years settings, domestic violence teams, prisons, local authorities, international aid organisations and higher education, and progress into play therapy, counselling, clinical psychology or doctoral research.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: A minimum of a UK 2:2 degree or above in a related discipline; non-graduate applicants with relevant work experience are also welcome (contact the programme manager). A 30-hour voluntary placement is an optional element of one module and requires a DBS check. International applicants: IELTS 6.5 with at least 6.0 in all components, or a University-approved equivalent.

Domestic applicants: GBP 3,350 a year (2027/28). UK fee, 1-year full-time PGCert, September 2027 start Source

International applicants: GBP 7,050 a year (2027/28). International fee, 1-year full-time PGCert, September 2027 start Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time or part-time

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