BA (Hons) Children & Young People Top-up

The BA (Hons) Children and Young People – Top-up is designed for people who have completed an FdA or equivalent in a subject related to children and young people and who wish to progress further by studying for a BA (Hons) qualification.

This course prepares you to work with children, young people and their families in a range of professional settings

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Research Methods
This module aims to promote knowledge, understanding and application of research methods applicable to, and appropriate for research to be undertaken within, the Children and Young People’s Workforce.

Major Study
This module enables students to develop a research proposal which will plan and implement an in-depth study of a problem, issue or area of interest within the Children and Young People’s Workforce. Several research pathways are available, and academic staff with relevant experience and knowledge are on hand to support all students

Global Child
Students will critically compare international perspectives of children, young people and childhood, and critically explore the impact of Globalisation on children and young people

Youth Crime and Justice
This module critically explores youth justice law, policy and practice, how crime and justice are defined in relation to young people, and how professionals work with young people in the criminal justice system.

Critical Issues in Professional Practice.
Students chose a profession within the children and young people’s workforce to prepare students for a smooth transition to employment by both reflecting on the role of the professional and examination of knowledge of relevant legislation, practice, procedures; reflective practice and examining their chosen career pathway.

A range of assessment methods, including the utilisation of digital skills to be aligned with industry requirements, will be used for the Top-Up Degree, such as:
Reflective essay
Report
Presentation
E-Portfolio
Research Proposal
Dissertation