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Working with Children, Young People and Families BA (Hons)

University of Bradford International College

Policy, legislation and hands-on practice with children and families shape Working with Children, Young People and Families BA (Hons), a three-year full-time course in Bradford. Topics include legislation on education, child protection and health, the roles of different agencies, multi-agency working, and communicating with children through play, art and role play. Course notes add an option module that can include the Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce. Careers named include family support, community development, education and mentoring, with further study such as an MA in Social Work possible. Teaching is weekday-based. AF Education gives England-resident UK home students free help with the application and Student Finance England.

Key facts

Award / level
BA (Hons) (Bachelors)
Study mode
Full time
Schedule options
Weekday
Location
At the Bradford campus
Foundation year
Not included in this course title
Awarding university
University of Bradford International College
Partner pathway
OIEG

Who this course is for

This suits adults who want an undergraduate degree in this subject, including career changers and returners to education.

Entry routes for mature students

Year One entry includes two A levels at grades A*–D, three A levels at grades D–E, one A level (A*–D) with two AS levels (A–D), three AS levels at grades A*–C, or a completed UK Foundation from a recognised institution. AF Education confirms the exact requirements.

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Full-time weekday study is listed in Bradford. Most courses AF Education supports need 1 to 2 campus days a week, usually about 2 to 4 hours a day, so many students keep working. Your exact timetable is confirmed before you enrol.

Career and progression

AF Education does not guarantee jobs or progression. The degree aims to build knowledge and transferable skills valued across related roles.

Course overview from University of Bradford International College

Overview

Gain the skills you need for a career working with children and families in this three-year, full-time BA (Hons) programme.

You’ll develop a firm understanding of policy and legislative issues, and get the hands-on practical experience you need to be an effective practitioner.

You’ll study topics such as:

  • Legislation relating to education, child protection and health
  • Roles and responsibilities of agencies
  • Multi-agency working
  • Communicating with children through play, art and role play

The programme gives you the opportunity to explore different aspects of working with children and families, in a variety of environments. Upon graduation, you’ll be able to pursue careers in areas such as family support, community development, education, and mentorship.

You may choose to pursue further study after graduation, such as the MA in Social Work, giving you the qualification you need to be a social worker.

This degree also gives students the option to incorporate the Level 3 Diploma for The Children and Young Person's Workforce qualification as part of one of the option modules. This qualification is the Ofsted recognised, required qualification for many areas of the children and young people's workforce and is often a prerequisite for those making application to work in this sector.

Working with Children, Young People and Families BA (Hons) is available at Bradford. Campus details and map links are below.

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Entry Requirement for University of Bradford International College

Foundation/Year Zero 5 GCSE/IGCSE at grades A*-E or Two GCE A levels (grades E) or Three GCE AS levels (grades D-E) Year One Two GCE A levels (grades A *– D) Three…

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FAQs about this course

Where is the course taught?

Study is listed at Bradford.

How is the course delivered?

The schedule is Weekday (Full time).

Can mature students apply?

Yes. Mature applicants are often considered through work-experience routes with a CV, references and an interview where required.

Can I get Student Finance England for this course?

AF Education gives England-resident UK home students (not international applicants) free help applying for Student Finance England on eligible courses. Check your eligibility free before you apply.

Can I gain a Level 3 childcare workforce qualification?

Course notes say an option module can include the Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce.

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