MA Childhood Studies

The MA Childhood Studies is a comprehensive postgraduate course offered at Swansea University. This program is designed for professionals interested in developing their knowledge and understanding of children and childhood, and is suitable for those working with children and young people, such as teachers, youth workers, healthcare professionals, and social workers.Course Content: The MA Childhood Studies course offers a blend of theory and practice, allowing students to explore contemporary issues in childhood and child protection, child development and rights, early years provision, and education policy and practice. It provides a critical approach to understanding the experiences of children and young people at global, national and local levels.Key Modules: The course is divided into several modules. Some of the key modules include 'Start of Life: Issues in Conception, Pregnancy & Birth','Middle Childhood', 'End of Life: Issues in Dying, Death & Bereavement', 'Methods of Social Research', and a dissertation. Future Careers: Upon successful completion of the course, students can pursue a variety of career paths. Many graduates work in child and youth-focused industries including education, health and social services, non-profit organisations and advocacy roles. The course also serves as a foundation for further academic study in Child Development, Childhood and Youth Studies, Education and related fields.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.