Aberystwyth University

BA Childhood Studies

Aberystwyth UniversityAberystwyth, United Kingdom

Course overview

In order to undertake some of the modules for this degree, it may be necessary for you to obtain a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) enhanced check through the School of Education at a cost of about £40. In some circumstances the cost may be higher, especially if you’ve lived outside of the UK for a period of time.

Why study

Childhood Studies at Aberystwyth University? The School of Education has been offering stimulating and innovative study programmes for over 100 years. We were the first establishment in the UK to offer an honours degree in Education and our Childhood Studies degree is a vital part of our provision.

Our Childhood Studies programme will allow you to explore some of the sociological and psychological factors that influence the development of children. You will also develop an understanding of the political and legislative background to childhood and its implications for children and their families. At a more personal level, you will develop your capacity for critical thought, as well as improve your ability to work with others in a variety of different contexts.

You will also be given the opportunity to learn about a variety of different careers, so that you can make an informed choice about what to do after graduating. Undergraduate lecturers in the School of Education are either qualified to PhD standard or are experienced practitioners in their field. All teaching staff currently possess, or are working towards, a recognised teaching qualification.

Key highlights

  • Explores sociological and psychological factors influencing child development
  • Covers political and legislative background to childhood and families
  • Develops critical thinking and teamwork across varied contexts
  • Introduces a range of careers to inform post-graduation choices
  • Taught by PhD-qualified staff or experienced practitioners
  • Department first in the UK to offer an Education honours degree

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 96-112 — UCAS Tariff 112 - 96 A Levels BBC-CCC GCSE requirements (minimum grade C/4): English or Welsh BTEC National Diploma: DDM-MMM International Baccalaureate: 30-26 European Baccalaureate: 75%-65% overall English Language Req…
  • A-level: BBC-CCC — UCAS Tariff 112 - 96 A Levels BBC-CCC GCSE requirements (minimum grade C/4): English or Welsh BTEC National Diploma: DDM-MMM International Baccalaureate: 30-26 European Baccalaureate: 75%-65% overall English Language Req…
  • GCSE: C/4 — to include English
  • BTEC: DDM-MMM — BTEC National Diploma
  • International Baccalaureate: 26-30 — …requirements (minimum grade C/4): English or Welsh BTEC National Diploma: DDM-MMM International Baccalaureate: 30-26 European Baccalaureate: 75%-65% overall English Language Requirements: See our Undergraduate English Language Re…

Scholarships

  • Aberystwyth Regional Scholarships

    Students will be eligible for a £2,000 reduction in tuition fees for each year of their studies at Aberystwyth University.

    Up to £2,000

  • Caru Aber International Award

    Caru Aber International Award gives a £1,000 tuition fee discount (for every year of study) to any international fee-paying students who spent a period of time studying with us as an associate student.

    Up to £1,000

  • International Accommodation Award

    This award means that for students who choose to live in our on-campus Cwrt Mawr housing, there is no cost for the first year of study.

  • International Family Award

    International Family Award – giving you a £1,000 reduction in tuition fees for every year of your studies.

    Up to £1,000

  • Margaret Evelyn “Lynne” Williams Bursary

    The Bursary is worth £500 during the first year of study and a maximum of two awards will be available each year.

    Up to £500

  • Mathematics Department Award

    Up to £500 a year.

  • Music Scholarships

    £650 a year Music Scholarships are open to UK and international applicants.

    Up to £650

  • Waldo Williams Scholarship

    Successful applicants could receive up to £500 in their first year.

  • Welsh Medium Study Bursary

    Up to £400 a year - for following part or all of your course through the medium of Welsh.

Careers this course leads to

  • Early years practitioner
  • Family support worker
  • Teaching assistant
  • Children's services officer
  • Youth worker
  • Child welfare officer

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £19,190 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Aberystwyth University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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