Childhood Studies - BA (Hons)
Leeds Beckett University
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Headingley Campus

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6 Years

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Study issues that affect children and families. You’ll develop the knowledge you’ll need to work for their benefit as you explore health, play and social influences.This exciting course will prepare you for a range of diverse careers that benefit children and families. You’ll gain deep knowledge and understanding of the issues that affect them.As part of this course, you’ll:Gain a whole-child perspective, from pre-birth to adulthoodPrepare for a career that involves working with children and ...Read more

Study issues that affect children and families. You’ll develop the knowledge you’ll need to work for their benefit as you explore health, play and social influences.This exciting course will prepare you for a range of diverse careers that benefit children and families. You’ll gain deep knowledge and understanding of the issues that affect them.As part of this course, you’ll:Gain a whole-child perspective, from pre-birth to adulthoodPrepare for a career that involves working with children and families, from teaching through to community workUndertake innovative, child and family-focused professional placements, in settings such as schools, social care or early years Develop a deep understanding of influences upon children and familiesConsider childhood and children's lives from different perspectivesExamine the experiences of children in different national and global contexts

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WUSCA ranking:
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29/279
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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8th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
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75th
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alina
08 Dec 22

nice spacious study areas..Read more

SR
Student Reviewer
09 Apr 22

I live on the Headingley Campus and I have had such a great university experience for my 1st year, this university is welcoming and very supportive. Student support is great and..Read more

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112 Grades / Points required

GCSE/National 4/National 5:

GCSE English Language at Grade 4 or above (Grade C for GCSEs taken before 2017) or equivalent. Key Skills Level 2, Functional Skills Level 2 and the Certificate in Adult Literacy are accepted in place of GCSEs. Grades / Points required

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£16,000 per year

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Accommodation - 171.00 per week

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alina
08 Dec 22
nice spacious study areas...
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SR
Student Reviewer
09 Apr 22
I live on the Headingley Campus and I have had such a great university experience for my 1st year, this university is welcoming and very supportive. Student support is great and...
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Leeds Beckett University
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Leeds Beckett University
Beckett Park Headingley Leeds LS6 3QS United Kingdom
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