Child and Family Studies BA (Hons)

This BA honours degree in Child and Family Studies is a five-year part-time programme and is designed for those who work or volunteer with children, young people, and families, and who are keen to develop their professional practice through further study.<br/><br/>Your ongoing professional work experience is a key element to your learning experience and development. The theoretical content of each module will enable you to understand and explain your practice at a deeper level. Throughout the degree, you’ll develop an understanding of theoretical perspectives and professional practice in relation to your current role.<br/><br/>This includes study of:<br/><br/><br/>- child development<br/><br/><br/>- child and family welfare<br/><br/><br/>- safeguarding<br/><br/><br/>- multi-agency working<br/><br/><br/>- social policy development<br/><br/><br/>- leadership and management<br/><br/><br/>- latest research methods<br/><br/><br/>You will also explore ethical, professional, cultural, and global perspectives on your work. We’ll help you to develop your academic skills and to become a more informed and reflective practitioner.<br/><br/>This course runs one afternoon or evening a week, allowing you to fit study alongside your work and other commitments. This course is taught by the Lifelong Learning Centre