Childhood and Youth Studies (W78) Diploma of Higher Education
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Diploma of Higher Education - DipHE

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OCT-25

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2 - 4 Years

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Diploma of Higher Education - DipHE

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OCT-25

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2 - 4 Years

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Develop your understanding of the factors influencing and issues facing children and young people in a range of social and cultural contexts. This engaging and wide-ranging interdisciplinary diploma is for anyone working with children and young people or with a general interest in the field. You’ll investigate policies, practices and issues affecting the lives of children and young people across a range of settings – developing your knowledge, your analytical skills and improving your ...Read more

Develop your understanding of the factors influencing and issues facing children and young people in a range of social and cultural contexts. This engaging and wide-ranging interdisciplinary diploma is for anyone working with children and young people or with a general interest in the field. You’ll investigate policies, practices and issues affecting the lives of children and young people across a range of settings – developing your knowledge, your analytical skills and improving your practice.


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- Spans the entire childhood age range from 0–18- Topics include child development and psychology, international childhoods, and research with children and young people- Explore children and young people’s lives from different perspectives alongside students studying and working in different settings- Relevant to a wide range of careers in childcare, education, health and social care

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It’s great because it’s flexible around your life and work. There are lots of students in a similar position to me but also a variety of people- all ages and backgrounds. Student..Read more

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