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PostgraduatePostgraduate Certificate

Developmental and Therapeutic Play

Swansea University
Swansea, Wales
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1 yearDuration
£20,150Per Year (Intl)
£3,050Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by Swansea University, the PgCert Developmental and Therapeutic Play provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in education and teaching. Based in Swansea, Wales, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Visit our website for more information on fees, scholarships, postgraduate loans and other funding options to study at Swansea University. Gain an advanced understanding of how children learn and develop through play with our Master’s degree in Developmental and Therapeutic Play. You will explore evidence-based practice in play across a range of professional contexts, combining in-depth theory with fieldwork experience. International tuition fees are £20,150 per year, home/UK fees are £3,050 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a 90% continuation rate, and 77% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Theories of Child Development and Play
Play as a Therapeutic Intervention
Environmental Design for Play Contexts
Social Interaction and Play Development
Evidence-Based Practice in Play Settings
Research Methods in Play Studies
Critical Reflection and Professional Practice
Play Assessment and Observation Techniques
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£20,150

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£20,150

Home Student Fee

£3,050

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

58%Working
19%Studying
17%Work & Study
3%Seeking Work
60%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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About Swansea University

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