Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Childhood and Youth Studies

University of Portsmouth

UK,England

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36 Months

Duration

CAD 17,200/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

Sep 2025

Apply Date

UK, England

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1870

Total Students: 31,000 +

Int. Students: 5,200 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

University House, Winston Churchill Ave, Portsmouth PO1 2UP, United Kingdom

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Childhood and Youth Studies

Program Overview

Learn the skills and get the workplace experience you need to give children their best start in life – whatever their circumstances – on this Childhood and Youth studies degree.

You'll discover how factors such as the education system, youth culture, the Coronavirus pandemic and social media affect children's development. You’ll also have the chance to explore specialist topics such as outdoor education, safeguarding and the role of play in a child’s development.

Develop the knowledge and skills to support children with special educational needs (SEN) and those from a care background, making sure no child misses out on the educational and development opportunities available to them.

After the course, you’ll be set for a career supporting children and their families in areas such as youth work, social care and education.

Course highlights

  • Get at least 60 hours of experience working with children in your second year with the option of a placement year between years 2 and 3
  • Learn from lecturers with diverse professional backgrounds – from youth work and policing to teaching and SEN
  • Gain current insights from your lecturers’ research on themes such as child bereavement, the impact of the pandemic on education and the role of digital tools in supporting learning and wellbeing
  • Develop relationships with potential employers through events and workshops with organisations such as an immersive theatre company and a charity that helps children develop life skills through sport
  • Build a professional eportfolio featuring examples of your work – essential for standing out in the job market after the course

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