BA (Hons.) Children’s Learning and Development

The Children’s Learning and Development course offered by Edge Hill University is an intensive three-year program specifically designed for students who are passionate about supporting the educational and developmental needs of young children.Course Content: The course involves a wide range of practical and academic modules that examine the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of children. It takes an in-depth look at the diverse issues faced by the modern education system and offers a combination of education, developmental, and psychological perspectives for children's growth and development.Key Modules: This course includes modules on Early learning, Children’s rights and participation, Managing behaviour, Social, emotional, and mental health in children, Child development and child psychology, and Inclusion, diversity, and equality. Also included are modules on Children’s digital literacy and digital practices, supporting transitions, mental well-being, and methods for research with children.Future Careers: Upon graduation, students would typically find work in the children’s workforce, in roles such as Children’s learning mentors, Family liaison officers, and Children’s rights officers. They may also work in sectors such as Education Welfare, Special Educational Needs, or in supporting educators and learners in various contexts. Some graduates may also choose to go on to further study at the postgraduate level.For more information on the Children's Learning and Development course, please visit the official course page.