Overview

Through the Child and Youth Studies (Hons) BA degree from the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) you will learn about the social, psychological, environmental and legislative influences upon children and young people to make a difference to their lives, opportunities and futures. Explore and reflect on key theories, policy and practice, to take a holistic, contextual approach that values difference and diversity within individuals, families, and communities to progress children and young people’s meaningful participation and human rights.

Career opportunities:

Successful completion of the BA (Hons) Child and Youth Studies provides the opportunity to pursue postgraduate careers in areas such as:

Youth work
Community learning and development
Social work
Teaching
Early learning provision
Allied health professions
Ngo/charity work
Other related specialities

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Globalised perspectives on childhood and youth
Professional ethics and reflection
Professional practice and self-evaluation
The UNCRC: investigating exploitation, youth justice and education in relation to children's rights

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 96 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

PTE Academic

59

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TOEFL^® IBT

78

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Inverness, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Education Childhood Studies View 19 other Bachelors in Education in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

PTE Academic

59

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TOEFL^® IBT

78

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Other requirements

General requirements

3 Scottish Highers at grade C or above OR

2 A levels at grade C or above

Applicants with relevant professional qualifications or experience are also welcomed and will be considered on an individual basis

Alternatively, completion of Foundation Apprenticeship Social Services (Children and Young People) PLUS an additional Scottish Higher at Grade C or above

You are required to attend an interview, in person or by telephone, to discuss the course in detail and to explain the method of teaching

Tuition Fee

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International

7080 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7080 GBP per year during 48 months.
National

1820 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1820 GBP per year during 48 months.

Rest of the UK: £6,420 per year

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Scholarships Information

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