BSc (Hons) Childhood Development

The BSc (Hons) Childhood Development course from the University of South Wales provides candidates with the necessary knowledge and expertise needed to understand and support children's development from birth to eight years. It offers a multifaceted view of early childhood incorporating biological, psychological, educational, sociological, legal perspectives, and more.Course Content: The course materials cover a broad range of elements including children's rights, children's well-being, counselling, advocacy, and family policy. It integrates investigative research and involvement with legislation, policy, and practice. It offers learning through workshops, lectures and seminars, e-learning, and work-based learning opportunities.Key Modules: Some of the essential modules include Understanding Childhood, Play and Learning, Safeguarding Children, Childhood in Context, Research in Childhood, Behaviour and Communication, and Children's Rights and Well-being. The third final year allows students to select their specialist modules.Accreditations: This course is endorsed by the Children's University Australia which means, upon completion, graduates can apply for Early Childhood Teacher Recognition in Australia.Future Careers: Upon completion of the course, graduates can progress into a variety of career possibilities in education welfare, early childhood education, family support, child advocacy, or policy and practice development. The course also provides a pathway for postgraduate study in childhood studies, education, social work or counselling.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.