Overview

Here at Western University - Canada take a critical view of the social institutions around childhood, such as the home, schools, and the legal system.

Issues of children as advocates, children’s rights and children’s agency feature prominently in our courses. Childhood and Youth Studies students will deepen their knowledge in the subject area and will gain skills in critical thinking and social and historical analysis, as well as understanding how childhood is experienced by children.

Opportunities For International Student Exchange

We have exchange agreements with Malmö University in Sweden and with the University of Winchester in England.

Potential Career Paths

Many of our students take further studies after graduation – for example, in the health field, or in law – and many go on to study education.
Other potential paths include professional careers in social policy, social work, the non-profit sector or academia.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Children's rights in Canada and internationally
History and politics of childhood
Youth criminal justice; divorce and separation
Facilitating advocacy with children
Media, peer relations and play
Indigeneity and race
Children saving the world

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

115

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TOEFL^® IBT

83

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

15 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, Canada

Disciplines

Childhood Studies View 23 other Bachelors in Childhood Studies in Canada

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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

Duolingo English Test

115

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TOEFL^® IBT

83

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

High school pre-requisites for the faculty/program to which they are applying,
English language requirements if applicable,
The strength of mandatory supplemental information (profile, audition, portfolio, personal statement etc.),
Completion of the entire Diploma including the Theory of Knowledge and Extended Essay
Passes in a minimum of 6 subjects of which 3 must be at the Higher Level
A minimum grade total of 28 including points awarded for the Extended Essay and Theory of Knowledge
No mark less than 4 on any individual course
Prerequisites for your program as specified by Western

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

46110 CAD / year

≈ 46110 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

6050 CAD / year

≈ 6050 CAD / year

Additional Details

Ontario Residents: $6,050

Living costs

London

Canada

1037 - 1625 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Opportunities For International Student Exchange

Potential Career Paths

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

London

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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