Open University · Distance learning
Childhood and Youth (F55)
Explore childhood and youth through an interdisciplinary approach that blends theory, policy and practice. Designed for graduates and professionals considering the field, this postgraduate degree enhances understanding and develops practice using global case s…
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Explore childhood and youth through an interdisciplinary approach that blends theory, policy and practice. Designed for graduates and professionals considering the field, this postgraduate degree enhances understanding and develops practice using global case studies that link theory to practical applications. You'll explore diverse contexts of young lives, policy changes and critical reflective practice, and the dissertation module includes a small-scale inquiry or an extended literature review and research proposal. While this degree doesn’t provide professional recognition, graduates with backgrounds in Childhood and Youth Studies, Early Years, Education Studies, Social Work or Health and Social Care will find it particularly relevant. Key features of the course - Equips you with the critical tools to analyse policy and to reflect on your own practice - Designed to help you develop professionally and meet the diverse and changing needs of children and young people - A strong focus on multi-agency working and inter-professional practice - Offers a choice between a small-scale inquiry or an extended literature review and research proposal - Gives you the option to count your previous study towards this qualification, helping you pay less and finish sooner
Getting in
As the university states it
To study for this masters degree, you must hold a bachelors degree from a UK university or other recognised degree-awarding body, or a qualification at an equivalent level. Your degree can be in any subject, although childhood and youth studies, sociology, health and social care, anthropology, psychology or education are particularly relevant. For the final module, E822, please note that Enhanced DBS clearance (or the equivalent in Scotland, Wales, or Northern Ireland) is a UK legal requirement for working with children. Securing this clearance is the responsibility of you and your employer, not The Open University. If you are unsure about your eligibility or need further information, you should contact the relevant national agency in the country where you intend to undertake your work with children. Your spoken and written English must be of an adequate standard for postgraduate study. If English is not your first language, we recommend that you will need a minimum score of 7 under the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).
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