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FdA Children & Young People
- FdA
- 2 Years
- Full-time
- 09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Main Site
- Awarded by:
- Sheffield Hallam University
Course summary
This course is aimed at people who are interested in working with children, young people and their families. The course enables you to study and develop specialist knowledge and skills relating to generic themes and disciplines such as child development, sociology, psychology, education, supporting families and safeguarding. You will develop your independent thinking, analytical and communication skills and this will help you become a clear and confident writer, as well as learning the skills required to become a reflective practitioner. Successful completion of this Foundation Degree can lead to further study on our BA Honours Top-Up degree, or to many different professional careers. You will be taught by experienced academic staff who have a range of industry experiences to support you and enhance your Higher Education experience.
Modules
Year 1 modules:
Professional Practice
Keeping Children and Young People Safe
Academic Skills
Supporting Families
Exploring Behaviour, Development and Transitions
Year 2 modules:
Advanced Professional Practice
Education Theory and Policy
Mental Health, Wellbeing and Resilience
Leadership and Management
Social Constructs of Children and Young People
Assessment method
A range of assessment methods, including the utilisation of digital skills to be aligned with industry requirements, will be used for the Foundation Degree, such as:
Reflective essay
Report
Presentation
E-Portfolio
Digital poster
Digital leaflet
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- FdA • Full-time • 2 Years
Start dates
- 09/2026
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:
- LL53
- Institution code:
- O10
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University Campus Oldham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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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:
- LL53
- Institution code:
- O10
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
Normally GCSE English Language or English literature at grade C or grade 4 or above or equivalents, plus one of the following:
64 UCAS points with at least 24 points from one full A level or equivalent BTEC National qualification. We accept AS levels. We accept General Studies.
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.
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.
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Additional entry requirements
- Interview
- Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Historical entry grades data BETA
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| EU | £8250 | Year 1 |
| England | £8250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £8250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £8250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £8250 | Year 1 |
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
Any additional costs will be detailed on the course pages at www.uco.oldham.ac.uk/courses/
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