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Health and Care of Children and Young People (Full-time) (BSc Hons)

Swansea
3 Years Full-time
88 UCAS Points

This programme is a recognised higher education qualification in health, care and education of children and young people. We provide a programme of progressive studies relevant to careers in the primary functions of care within the health, care and education of children and young people that enhance your ability to exercise investigative, reflective analytical and reasoning powers in context.

On this programme you will learn to understand the theories relating to the development and wellbeing of children and young people, and to apply theoretical knowledge of development and wellbeing to enhance work with children and young people.

You will develop awareness and appreciation of contemporary challenges relevant to the discipline facing individuals, organisations, communities and society, from a local, national and global perspective. You will raise awareness and appreciation of the role Public Health plays in responding to contemporary issues affecting the health and well-being of communities and populations.

We will focus on developing your independent study and life-long learning skills. This will give you a foundation for successful completion of your degree programme, support your future employment opportunities and build the skills and competencies necessary for career resilience and professional development in the future work context.

We also offer all modules through the medium of Welsh.

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
  • On-campus
  • Full-time
Language:
  • English
  • Welsh
Institution code:
T80
UCAS code:
3H6X
Course length:
3 Years Full-time
Entry requirements:
88 UCAS Points

Tuition Fees 2023/24 and 24/25
Home (Full-time): £9,000 per year
Overseas (Full-time): £13,500 per year

Why choose this course?

01
We offer a flexible learning approach so you can work, care for your loved ones and fit university into your life.
02
We are committed to supporting you in the job and career you want working with children and young people.
03
We provide additional support to help you develop and progress, including study skills clubs and studying in the medium of Welsh.

What you will learn

This course is not only an excellent starting point for those unsure of their employment goals within the children and young person health and care sector, but can open doors in employment which last throughout your career. It offers a wide range of skills and knowledge in areas including education, psychology, research and health and wellbeing children.

The Health Portfolio programmes are purposely integrated to allow flexible entry and exit between pathways and courses. At the end of each year, you are able to progress onto a different programme if your career choices or employment opportunities change.

Previous students have used this degree to gain entry into positions within the public, private and third sectors. Previous students have also used this course as a platform for further study in children’s health, social work, psychology and teaching.

We offer access to current key organisations and people within the health sector. We also provide a high level of academic support across the whole university to help strengthen your academic skills. 

Children and Young People’s Development and Wellbeing

(20 credits)

Psychology in Health and Social Care

(20 credits)

Learning in the Digital Era

(20 credits)

Contemporary Challenges: Making a Difference

(20 credits)

Equality, Inclusion and Digital Equity

(20 credits)

Management, Organisational Behaviour and Digital Change

(20 credits)

Changemakers: Creativity and Value Creation

(20 credits)

Protecting and Supporting Families in Health and Care

(20 credits)

Changemakers: Building your Personal Brand for Sustainable Employment

(20 credits)

Principles of Health and Social Care Practice

(20 credits)

Children and Young People's Health, Wellbeing and Community Engagement
Independent Project

(40 credits)

Health, Wellbeing and Sustainable Development

(20 credits)

Disclaimer

  • We listen to student feedback and insights from industry and from professionals to ensure that course content is high-quality and up-to-date, and that it offers the best possible preparation for your future career or study goals. 

    For this reason, there might be modifications to the content of your course over time, to keep up to date with changes in the subject area or in the sector. If a module is no longer running, we’ll make sure to keep you informed, and work with you to choose a different suitable module.

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Staff

Our People

You will be taught and supported by a wide range of professional staff and teams here to help you get the university experience you are looking for. Our teaching staff were ranked 2nd in Wales for assessments and feedback (NSS 2023) meaning the comments you get back from your work will help you learn. Our commitment to your learning has seen our students us as Top 10 in the UK for Lecturers and Teaching Quality. Find out more about our academic staff who teach across our courses. 

Accommodation

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Swansea Accommodation

Swansea has a huge student population, and the variety of accommodation available will leave you feeling spoilt for choice. Various purpose-built student accommodation providers provide accommodation in Swansea, and the accommodation team can guide you through your options. It will offer ongoing support throughout your time as a UWTSD student.

Further information

  • Please note that every applicant is considered individually. We may also make offers based solely upon your life or work experience.

    For applicants wishing to study the Diploma HE (two year) qualification, an offer will be made based upon your educational and employment experience.

    For those wishing to study the BSc (three years) you will need to have obtained a minimum of 88 UCAS points.

  • Assessments include: essays, exams, reports, presentations, reflective blogs and professional portfolios.

    You will be asked to utilise information technology communication and organisational skills for your assignments.

  • You are encouraged to continue or enter employment in the health, care or support sectors in order to enhance your studies. We recommend that you pay for the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) update option if you do not already have one in place. This however is not compulsory for the purposes of the programme.

  • You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available, please visit our Bursaries and Scholarships section.

  • We have a very strong employment support and work experience system within the Health Portfolio.

    We link and work closely with public, private and third sector organisations and groups to provide opportunities for both paid and unpaid work for students.

    We particularly welcome applicants already working with children and/or young people in some capacity.

    Please note that this course does not take the place of the CCLD Level 3 qualification. If your job role or career requires this qualification we recommend you undertake it separately.

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