Developmental and Therapeutic Play, MA / PGDip / PGCert
Swansea University
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COURSE OVERVIEWGain an advanced understanding of how children learn and develop through play with our Master’s degree in Developmental and Therapeutic Play.You will explore evidence-based practice in play across a range of professional contexts, combining in-depth theory with fieldwork experience.This includes how the environment and social interactions support children’s growing repertoire of play skills, with a particular emphasis on the inherent value of children’s self-directed play ...Read more

COURSE OVERVIEW

Gain an advanced understanding of how children learn and develop through play with our Master’s degree in Developmental and Therapeutic Play.

You will explore evidence-based practice in play across a range of professional contexts, combining in-depth theory with fieldwork experience.

This includes how the environment and social interactions support children’s growing repertoire of play skills, with a particular emphasis on the inherent value of children’s self-directed play experiences.

Throughout your studies, you will refine critical research and analytical skills valued by employers and develop professional reflective practice techniques.

DEVELOPMENTAL AND THERAPEUTIC PLAY CAREERS

Your postgraduate qualification in Developmental and Therapeutic Play opens up a range of career opportunities in sectors including:

  • Education
  • International aid
  • Counselling and pastoral care
  • Social work
  • Healthcare
  • Play work
  • Domestic violence teams
  • Prison service

Our career support services include:

  • Employability workshops, employers’ talks, bespoke events and careers fairs
  • Individual advice and guidance from professionally qualified Careers Advisers
  • Help with finding jobs, internships, work placements and volunteering opportunities
  • Access to information resources on a wide range of career management topics
  • Funding to support student internship opportunities and Student Society/Club events.

We also provide help and advice for Swansea University Alumni up to two years after you graduate.

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37th
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Caitlin
10 Nov 23

I’ve done my undergrad and my postgrad at Swansea university - starting my degree during the height of Covid made my first 2 years of my course a bit disappointing as I got to..Read more

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Entry requirements

To apply for this course you will need a minimum of a second class honours UK (2.2) degree or above in a related discipline. We also welcome non-graduate applications if you have relevant work experience. (Please email the programme manager for individual advice). You may be asked to attend an interview and you will need a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check (previously known as a Criminal Records Bureau, or CRB, Check).

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£8,650 per year

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Students from Domestic

This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

PgDip: £5,800; PgCert: £2,900. Tuition fees for years of study after your first year are subject to an increase of 3%.

£18,300 per year

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Students from EU

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

PgDip: £12,200; PgCert: £6,100. Tuition fees for years of study after your first year are subject to an increase of 3%.

£18,300 per year

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Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

PgDip: £12,200; PgCert: £6,100. Tuition fees for years of study after your first year are subject to an increase of 3%.

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Swansea University
Swansea University , Swansea

Located on the stunning Swansea Bay coastline, this Welsh university provides easy access to the city centre, as well as to the beaches...

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Singleton Park Swansea SA2 8PP United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Swansea  1.2 miles away

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