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
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- Apply before , National
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Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Swansea, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Childhood Studies View 46 other Masters in Childhood Studies in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
English requirements
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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
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Tuition Fee
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International
19200 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 19200 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
9100 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9100 GBP per year during 12 months.
MA 2 Year Part Time
- National: £ 4,550
- International: £ 9,650
MA 3 Year Part Time
- National: £ 3,050
- International: £ 6,450
Living costs for Swansea
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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