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Working with Children, Young People and Families - BA (Hons)

University of Northampton

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University of Northampton
UCAS CODE: L590

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    University of Northampton Main site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Develop your knowledge and understanding of the lives and experiences of children, young people and their families through academic study and work-based learning with our degree. Driven by values of inclusion, empowerment and social justice, this exciting degree supports your academic and professional development to enhance your skills and career prospects so that you can make a positive impact. You will explore a range of topics and key issues, including poverty, mental health, youth offending, safeguarding and anti-discriminatory practice.This course produces graduates who can address gaps in provision and improve the services available to children, young people, their families and the wider community. Our staff are experienced in the fields of childhood and youth studies, health, law, therapy, education, business and social care. - You will have a placement in every year of study each with a different focus so you can explore a range of settings and possible career aspirations. This is fully supported by university tutors and mentors in placement settings.- Regular opportunities to get involved with Special Interest Groups, visiting researchers and All Party Parliamentary groups- Guaranteed interview for PGCE Primary Education (5-11) (QTS) on completion (T&C’s apply)


UON’s Education subject area was ranked 14th based on overall student positivity out of all universities in England, according to the latest 2025 National Student Survey (NSS)


The University of Northampton is a top 20 institution for Childhood and Youth Studies in the Complete University Guide league tables for 2025


21st for Satisfied with Teaching for Education –The Guardian University Guide 2025 (Education League Table)


By studying at the University of Northampton, you can be sure that:

- Our expert academics teach in small groups supported with one to one assistance. Our academics and students form a tight bond, providing individualised support and guidance whilst challenging students academically.- Whatever your ambitions, we’re here to help you to achieve them. We’ll support you to identify the skills you’re learning during your course, find your strengths and secure practical experience so that when it comes to applying for jobs or further study you’ll feel confident in standing out from the crowd.- At UON we guarantee a room in our Halls of Residence for all new full-time, first year students who apply and accept their room offer by June 2026 - and we won't ask for a deposit for September 2026


.- Students enrolling on this course at Northampton will be provided with their own brand new laptop

to keep at no additional cost. All sports clubs and societies are free to join at Northampton and every essential course text book is available via the library, meaning you won’t have to purchase copies. For more information on this visit our website (northampton.ac.uk/benefits).- You will experience student life at the University’s £330 million Waterside Campus. Come along to an Open Day and find out more.


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Tuition fees

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£ 15,700per year

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University information

University of Northampton

University of Northampton

  • University League Table

    121st

  • Campus address

    University of Northampton Main site, Waterside Campus, Northampton, Northampton, NN1 5PH, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Social Work

    47th out of 75 20

  • Entry standards

    / Max 178
    119 67%

    30th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    80.0 80%

    62nd

    4

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.19 80%

    36th

    4

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