Skip navigation
You are viewing our beta course page.

Working with Children, Young People and Families

Study level:
Undergraduate

Course options

Study mode:
Full-time
Qualification:
Foundation Degree in Arts - FdA
Duration:
2 Years
Start date:
21/09/2026
Campus:
Main Site
2026-2027
Apply

Course summary

Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest course information.

Course summary

  • Explore topics such as; child safeguarding, parenting, child development and refugee support.

  • Gain the skills to drive social change and empower the people you work with within interprofessional contexts.

  • Develop your professional skills across 400 hours of placement experience.

  • Share learning experiences with other students through reflective discussions.

  • Boost your employability by enhancing your research skills and digital capabilities.

On our FdA you’ll be part of a nurturing learning community, exploring contemporary topics in working with children, young people and families. You’ll develop your skills by gaining real-world experience on placement, as well as through opportunities to volunteer abroad working with partner organisations in the international community.

For full details of course modules, assessments, and teaching methods, please visit the course page on our website: https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/Social-work/FdA-Working-with-Children-Young-People-and-Families/Full-time

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
LX53
Institution code:
S21
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

Sheffield Hallam University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

See why these ratings were awarded
What does this TEF outcome mean?

How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
LX53
Institution code:
S21
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Open days

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 64 points

This must include at least 24 points from an A level or equivalent BTEC National qualification. For example: CC at A Level MPP in BTEC Extended Diploma Pass with D or E from a T level qualification with extra from core A combination of qualifications, which may include AS Levels, EPQ and general studies

Access to HE Diploma

Access to HE Diploma from a QAA recognised Access to HE course in social science, health studies, health science, nursing or another relevant course. Normally we require 15 credits at level 2 and 45 at level 3.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

English Language or Literature at grade C or 4 or equivalents

Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Other
Please note that this information is subject to change without notice by Sheffield Hallam University.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6.5If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills, or equivalent.

Please click the following link to find out more about English language requirements for this course https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/Social-work/FdA-Working-with-Children-Young-People-and-Families/Full-time

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Data from:
This course and 10 other social sciences (foundation only) courses
Date range:
2022-2024

Grades held by accepted students

For Sheffield Hallam University, the top and bottom 5% of student grades have been removed from these calculations. This change helps to remove any extraordinary circumstances that could impact the data. Learn more here .
DDE Most common
  1. CCC
  2. Highest grades
  3. DEE
  4. Lowest grades

Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

84% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

How do you compare?

See how students with your grades have been accepted onto this course in the past.

Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students

The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Undergraduate home tuition fees for 2026/27 are not yet confirmed. Please check our website for further details. Our tuition fee for UK students in 2025/26 is:
• £9,535 per year (capped at maximum 20% of this during placement year)
• Some foundation courses: £5,760 for the FY, then £9,535 per year
Undergraduate international/EU tuition fee for 2026/27:
• £18,000 per year (capped at maximum 20% of this during placement year)
• Some health courses: £20,000 per year (includes £2,000 placement supplement)
Fees may increase in subsequent years per Government or UKRI regulations. More information can be found in our terms and conditions under student fees regulations at www.shu.ac.uk/study-here/terms-and-conditions-and-student-regulations

Sponsorship information

Scholarships, discounts and bursaries may be available to students who study this course.

Related courses

At Sheffield Hallam University

Like this page