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Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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Location
Run at the client site in the country of United Kingdom
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Study mode
Part time
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Start date
24-SEP-25
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Duration
4 Years
Course summary
This four-year part-time course is designed for those who work in a paid or voluntary capacity with children, young people and families and who are keen to develop their professional practice through further study.Your ongoing work experience is a key element of the course and your theoretical learning will be grounded and critically examined in relation to your ongoing practice. Throughout the course, you’ll develop an understanding of theoretical perspectives and professional practice in relation to your current role. You’ll develop critical and conceptual understandings of children, young people and families and expand the range of perspectives that enhances your thinkingThis includes exploration of ethical, professional, cultural and global considerations as well as insights from disciplines such as sociology, social policy, health and psychology. There's also a strong emphasis on engaging with research materials and processes.There's a continued emphasis on helping you develop your academic skills to become an effective and reflective practitioner. We intentionally provide teaching in small group sizes so that you can actively engage in learning and be well-supported by your peers. The Lifelong Learning Centre (LLC) staff are dedicated to helping you achieve your academic and professional goals and make the most of the opportunities provided by the University.
Lifelong Learning Centre SupportWe know that as a mature and/ or part-time student, you may face unique challenges including balancing academic study with family and employment commitments. Whatever your concerns or questions, the Lifelong Learning Centre offers free, specialised and impartial guidance, advice from pre-application through to graduation and beyond.We’ll welcome you into the LLC community, where you’ll be taught by our friendly and supportive staff, who are experienced in working with adult learners. The nature of the course allows you to fit study alongside your work and family commitments, and we’ll support you in doing so successfully.Find out more at www.leeds.ac.uk/mature-students
Specialist facilitiesAs an LLC student, you’ll have access to dedicated study and social spaces that are designed to be welcoming and accessible. The areas in Beech Grove House and the Marjorie and Arnold Ziff Building offer computer access, reference books and the space to socialise and work with your peers.
Join our short online courseInclusive Education: Exploring SEND Practice and Strategies is a free course to help you to understand and support diverse learners. Find out more https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/inclusive-education-exploring-send-practice-and-strategies?utmsource=UCAS&utmmedium=organic&utmcampaign=UoLonlinechildfamilystudiesba
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University League Table
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Campus address
University of Leeds, Woodhouse Lane, Leeds, Leeds, LS2 9JT, England
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