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Top-up BA (Honours) Childhood and Youth Studies

The Open University old

Summary

Price
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Study method
Distance learning
Duration
6 years · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification

Overview

What makes young people tick? What shapes and influences children’s development? How can the adults who work with children support them more effectively? If you’ve already completed the Foundation Degree in Primary Teaching and Learning (X02) or the Diploma of Higher Education in Primary Teaching and Learning (W02), this course enables you to top up to a degree in Childhood and Youth Studies 

Key features of the course

 

  • Considers the practical implications of modern policy and ideas about childhood 
  • Explores how to undertake research with children and young people 
  • Relevant to a wide range of careers in childcare, education, health and social care
  • Matches the final stage (Stage 3) of our BA (Honours) Childhood and Youth Studies (Q23) degree.

 

Description

Course details

This top-up degree comprises 120 credits (equivalent to one year's full-time university study).

Stage 3 (120 credits)
You’ll explore professional standards in childcare, health and education, and their impact on children’s lives; with a strong emphasis on children’s wellbeing and rights, and their participation in all areas of society. Finally you’ll learn how to design your own research project, investigating different methods and theories and the particular challenges posed by researching this area. 

Compulsory modules (120 credits)
  • Working together for children (KE312)

    Gain the skills and knowledge essential for working with children aged 0 – 12, focusing on listening to children, promoting children's well being and multi-agency working.

  • Issues in research with children and young people (EK313)

    Examine the research process through studies with young children, children and young people carried out in the fields of education, health and social care.

Learning outcomes, teaching and assessmentThis qualification develops your learning in four main areas:
  • Knowledge and understanding
  • Cognitive skills
  • Practical and professional skills
  • Key skills

The level and depth of your learning gradually increases as you work through the qualification. You’ll be supported throughout by the OU’s unique style of teaching and assessment – which includes a personal tutor to guide and comment on your work; top quality course texts; e-learning resources like podcasts, interactive media and online materials; tutorial groups and community forums.

Read the detailed learning outcomes here
Classification of your degree

On successfully completing this undergraduate course, you'll be awarded the BA (Honours) Childhood and Youth Studies degree. You'll have the opportunity to attend a degree ceremony.

The class of degree (first, second or third class honours) depends on your grades at Stage 3.

Regulations

As a student of The Open University, you should be aware of the content of the following regulations:

  • Student Regulations
  • Module Regulations
  • General Qualification Regulations
  • Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Childhood and Youth Studies

 

 

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