Overview

By taking the Childhood Studies programme from Swansea University you will develop a keen understanding of issues related to child development in contemporary society and how policy and services for children and families are planned and provided.

Throughout your studies, you will refine critical research and analytical skills valued by employers and develop professional reflective practice techniques.

Based in our College of Human and Health Sciences, you will benefit from a diverse teaching and research environment, with many opportunities to make connections across disciplines.

We have strong links with a range of research networks and similar departments in universities in Europe and around the world, so your learning is informed by the latest policy and practice developments.

Career opportunities

Your postgraduate qualification in Childhood Studies opens up a range of career opportunities in sectors including:

Children and young people’s services
Counselling
Local, national and international policy development
Research
Youth and community work

We also offer supervision if you wish to continue your studies in this field at PhD level.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Understanding and Observing Child Development

Children's Rights and Safeguarding Children and Young People

Childhood and Children: Sociological Perspectives

Researching Childhood

Common Childhood Illness

Childhood Nutrition and Growth

Perspectives on Play

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-17 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

69

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Swansea, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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88

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69

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A UK 2.2 (or above) degree in a related discipline (for example childhood studies, education, psychology, sociology, mental health), or its equivalent.
Applications will be considered if you have significant relevant work experience.
You will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (previously known as a Criminal Records Bureau, or CRB, Check).
You may also be asked to attend an interview

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

19200 GBP / year

≈ 19200 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9100 GBP / year

≈ 9100 GBP / year

Additional Details

MA 2 Year Part Time

National: £ 4,550
International: £ 9,650

MA 3 Year Part Time

National: £ 3,050
International: £ 6,450

Living costs

Swansea

United Kingdom

727 - 1379 GBP / month

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

Funding

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