BSc (Hons.) Childhood Development And Playwork

The Childhood Development and Playwork BA at Leeds Beckett University is a dynamic full-time course that focuses on the importance of play in children’s lives and how this contributes to their overall development. The course encourages students to consider how play contributes to all aspects of children’s lives, with a strong emphasis on their welfare, safety, and learning.Course Content: The course covers a multitude of topics including the principles and philosophy of play, children and young people's development and learning, exploring playwork principles, ethical thinking in childhood, and supporting children's emotional well-being. Students will also learn how to facilitate play in diverse settings and build a professional role in the field.Key Modules: Key modules that students will tackle throughout their course duration include Understanding Childhood and Youth, Play, Development and Learning, Ethical Thinking in Childhood and Play, Place and Space for Play, Independent Study, Leading Undergraduate Study, including a variety of optional modules depending on the students’ preference and ultimate career goals.Future Careers: After this course, students could go on to pursue careers in play-focused support work, play therapy, teaching, social work, childcare management, or outdoor play professions. The course also positions students for further studies and specialisation.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.