BA (Hons) Childhood and Youth Studies at University of Bedfordshire

This degree combines current theory with practical experience, providing a thorough understanding of the needs of children and young people in a digital age. You start by exploring child development and child welfare as well as the social policies and legislation surrounding it before choosing from specialist options, such as mental health, disability, SEND and youth violence, in your second and third years.

Faculty: School of Education and English  |  Department: Social Sciences  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Luton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Units include Introduction to research and social enquiry; Career planning for social scientists; SASS Change Maker project; specialist options in mental health, disability, SEND and youth violence.

Career pathways

The course equips you for roles and career progression in education; social work and social welfare; family and youth services; and community work.

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