BA (Hons) Working with Children and Families
Course Overview
This course provides an interdisciplinary foundation for careers focused on children, young people, and families within the community. It combines rigorous academic study with practical work experience to develop highly skilled, critically informed graduates. Students are prepared for a wide range of employment sectors or for further study, including a pathway into teaching.
Key Program Highlights
- Gain practical, hands-on experience through work placements in various community-based settings.
- Explore a multidisciplinary curriculum drawing from sociology, psychology, education, and public health.
- Develop highly transferable skills through diverse assessments including reports, case studies, and presentations.
- Prepare for growing career opportunities in sectors like family support, youth work, and substance misuse.
- Access dedicated university support for academic skills and career planning to maximize your potential.
Course Overview
This course provides an interdisciplinary foundation for careers focused on children, young people, and families within the community. It combines rigorous academic study with practical work experience to develop highly skilled, critically informed graduates. Students are prepared for a wide range of employment sectors or for further study, including a pathway into teaching.
Key Program Highlights
- Gain practical, hands-on experience through work placements in various community-based settings.
- Explore a multidisciplinary curriculum drawing from sociology, psychology, education, and public health.
- Develop highly transferable skills through diverse assessments including reports, case studies, and presentations.
- Prepare for growing career opportunities in sectors like family support, youth work, and substance misuse.
- Access dedicated university support for academic skills and career planning to maximize your potential.
