BA (Hons) Children, Schools and Families

BA (Hons) Children, Schools and Families

This 1 year top up programme builds on your knowledge of working with children and young people across the workforce and will further develop your understanding of the broad range of provision available in the UK and elsewhere. You will examine a range of services, systems, working practices and policies relating to children, schools and families and will cover subject areas such as sociology, psychology, philosophy and education.

The programme will prepare you for working with children and young people by integrating theory and practice in preparation for a rewarding career. The assessment opportunities embedded within the modules provide the ability for you to shape your own programme of study to meet your individual interests.

The programme is offered either on a full-time basis over one year, or part-time over two years. This provides the choice for you to focus full-time on your studies or to continue to work and study by taking advantage of the flexibility of part-time provision. The degree provides the opportunity to not only up-skill to degree level, but also to develop your knowledge in areas of professional and personal interest. The programme is suited to existing practitioners in the children and young people’s workforce, along with new foundation degree graduates just beginning their career in this sector.

Download BA (Hons) Children, Schools & Families Programme Specification (2022-23) at https://www.cornwall.ac.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/BA-Hons-Children-Schools-Families-Programme-Specification-2022-23.pdf  

What you will learn Entry requirements Progression Cornwall College St Austell

What you will learn

Indicative Modules Year 1:

Dissertation
Research Methods
Health Inequalities and Intervention
Children's Services

Entry requirements

240 credits with 120 at level 5 from a relevant Foundation Degree, HND, or equivalent in an appropriate subject. All qualifications and subject grades will be considered on an individual basis. HND qualifications may require additional bridging modules.

DBS check will be required and students will need to cover the cost.

Progression

Possible Progression (subject to availability)

- MA Social Work at University of Plymouth
- International Masters Programme at University of Plymouth
- MA Management at Camborne
- PGCE in Education at at Duchy Rosewarne or St Austell

Possible Careers

- Children’s Centre Manager
- Community Care Worker
- Family Centre Manager
- Intervention Service Worker
- Early Years Teacher
- Youth Worker
- Family Liaison Officer

Cornwall College St Austell

Set at the top of St Austell, with incredible views over the bay, our campus boasts ground-breaking facilities and exceptional student spaces. The Keay Theatre area plays host to our famous Altitude Dance Academy and performing arts, while our award-winning student restaurant Cloisters is recognised as one of the best in the country. Brand new electric vehicle training labs set within our modern construction and engineering buildings showcase just some of the incredible opportunities for people in St Austell and beyond.

Read more on the exciting developments at St Austell & Camborne

What You Will Learn

Indicative Modules Year 1:

Dissertation
Research Methods
Health Inequalities and Intervention
Children's Services

Entry Requirements

240 credits with 120 at level 5 from a relevant Foundation Degree, HND, or equivalent in an appropriate subject. All qualifications and subject grades will be considered on an individual basis. HND qualifications may require additional bridging modules.

DBS check will be required and students will need to cover the cost.

Progression

Possible Progression (subject to availability) - MA Social Work at University of Plymouth - International Masters Programme at University of Plymouth - MA Management at Camborne - PGCE in Education at at Duchy Rosewarne or St Austell Possible Careers - Children’s Centre Manager - Community Care Worker - Family Centre Manager - Intervention Service Worker - Early Years Teacher - Youth Worker - Family Liaison Officer

Cornwall College St Austell

Cornwall College St Austell

Set at the top of St Austell, with incredible views over the bay, our campus boasts ground-breaking facilities and exceptional student spaces. The Keay Theatre area plays host to our famous Altitude Dance Academy and performing arts, while our award-winning student restaurant Cloisters is recognised as one of the best in the country. Brand new electric vehicle training labs set within our modern construction and engineering buildings showcase just some of the incredible opportunities for people in St Austell and beyond.

Read more on the exciting developments at St Austell & Camborne

Case studies

I managed to gain a Level 3 Paediatric First Aid certificate and attended conferences that I would otherwise not be privy to. I had the opportunity to fundraise for Childrens Hospice Southwest as part of a module and was privileged enough to visit Little Harbour, a truly humbling experience. I went into employment as the Charity Coordinator and Youth Worker for TICTAC Liskeard. The setting is within Liskeard School and Community College grounds and I love that I have a broad range of experience with children and young people and that I am able to apply the knowledge achieved throughout my studies.

I have thoroughly enjoyed my five years studying at The Cornwall College Group. The teaching and support from the lecturers has been fantastic. I would 100% recommend studying here for anyone looking to start their career working with children. I have learnt so many skills on the courses that I now use day to day in my job role. I’m looking at lots of different options for how I want my career to progress, maybe becoming an Early Years Advisor, at the moment I’m keeping all my options open.

Studying at Cornwall College was an excellent experience. The staff at both campuses were outstanding and really went the extra mile to support the learning journey for all of us. The range of modules were excellent and up-to-date and highly relevant to my chosen profession. Completing my Degree with Cornwall College has provided opportunities and experiences that I could only have hoped for with another institution