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Childhood and Youth Studies

  • Bachelor of Arts (with Honours)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-Time
  • September 2027
  • Undergraduate
Norfolk House
Awarded by:
University of East Anglia
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Course summary

Choosing to study BA (Hons) Childhood and Youth Studies is a chance to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people.

If you are passionate about understanding how children and young people develop and how society, culture, and environments shape their experiences, this degree has a lot to offer you. With a strong focus on both academic development and practical application, this BA (Hons) Childhood and Youth Studies degree equips you with the knowledge and skills to work in areas such as:

  • Education

  • Social work

  • Mental health

  • The third sector

  • Early years practice

  • Policy development

Successful completion of your degree also provides the level of qualification necessary to pursue post graduate study, such as Master’s programmes or Initial Teacher Training.

You will gain an in-depth understanding of child and youth development, along with sociological and cultural perspectives, while developing essential skills like critical thinking, research strategies, and problem-solving. Whether you aim to work directly with children or influence the systems that shape their lives, this degree will empower you to create positive change and support the holistic wellbeing of children and young people from conception to early adulthood.

Learning and teaching of this course takes place in Norfolk House, the home of City College Norwich Higher Education, which ensures you will have the space and resources to grow as an independent and reflective learner.

If you have any specific questions about this course, please contact Abbie Toner - Course Leader BA (Hons) Childhood and Youth Studies email: abbie.toner@ccn.ac.uk

The honours degrees and foundation degrees offered at City College Norwich are awarded by the University of East Anglia (UEA) with whom we enjoy Associate College Status. This partnership means that you will graduate with a UEA degree and be able to access facilities at the UEA while you are studying with us.

Modules

https://he.ccn.ac.uk/courses/all-courses/course/ba-hons-childhood-and-youth-studies

Assessment method

This degree uses a combination of forward-thinking, innovative and more traditional assessment methods, allowing you to develop a range of academic and transferable practical skills. Assessments throughout this degree include: essays, individual and group presentations, professional discussions, oral and paper-based exam, writing content suitable for social media platforms, exhibitions, seminars and research projects and proposals.

This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Norfolk House

Study options

  • Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • September 2027

Apply by
13 January 2027

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:
L530
Institution code:
C54
Campus name:
Norfolk House
Points of Entry:
Year 1

City College Norwich (incorporating Easton College) 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
13 January 2027

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:
L530
Institution code:
C54
Campus name:
Norfolk House

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff
Offer: 80

Our typical offer is 80 UCAS tariff points from A Levels or equivalent.

UCAS points from A Levels, Scottish Highers or Advanced levels, BTEC diplomas, City and Guilds diplomas, Open University credits in lieu of A levels, Access to HE Diplomas, and T Levels are accepted.

We will also accept applications from students who have passed, or are predicted to gain a pass grade in the following specific course programmes:-
T Level: Education and Early Years (Assisting Teaching) L3
T Level: Education and Early Years (Early Years Educator) L3
BTEC Health & Social Care Extended Diploma Level 3
Access to Higher Education: Childhood Studies

or who have successfully completed one of the following apprenticeships:
Early Educator Apprenticeship Standard L3
Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Level 3

Applicants over 21 years of age, who do not have relevant UCAS points, will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis but should demonstrate evidence of an appropriate qualification, experience in the field or a strong interest.

AP(C/E)L & RPEL may be considered for non-standard entry.

Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. For International students we require evidence of proficiency in - English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading); the required minimum is IELTS (SELT) 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components). Please contact the Advice Shop for advice and guidance.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6Minimum score/result of 5.5 required in all components.

Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. For International students we require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading).

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

We want to encourage and support students from a diverse range of backgrounds to access Higher Education at City College Norwich. We therefore consider a range of circumstances that may have impacted an applicant's prior attainment and offer a reduction in our standard offer for applicants who meet one or more of our eligibility criteria (see the link for further details).

Learn more on the City College Norwich (incorporating Easton College) website

International entry requirements

Information on becoming an International Student at City College Norwich can be found in our International Prospectus on our website. https://he.ccn.ac.uk/assets/media/International-Prospectus.pdf

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course 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.

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We are unable to show previous accepted grades for this course. This could be because the course is new, it's a postgraduate course, there isn't enough historical data, or the provider has opted out of sharing their entry grades data for this course - learn more.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland£9535*
Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland, EU & International£15052*

* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

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

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.

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