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Childhood Development BSc (Hons)

University of South Wales

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Pontypridd

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

What influences development and why do children behave the way they do? On this Childhood Development degree, you鈥檒l explore key issues in children鈥檚 development, learning and behaviour, from a range of perspectives.You鈥檒l learn about cognitive, biological, social, and emotional development throughout childhood and adolescence. You鈥檒l recognise the complex influences that shape the lives of children and adolescents, including how play a铿�ects children鈥檚 development and motivation.A key element of the Childhood Development course is the opportunity to gain a short period of hands-on experience working with children and adolescents in a range of settings, including schools, child and family welfare charities, and youth justice.You鈥檒l be o铿�ered clinical experience on campus and will have the opportunity to undertake short courses and work placements, as well as completing additional qualifications such as Safeguarding Children (Level 1).You鈥檒l develop an understanding of children鈥檚 behaviour from an analytical perspective, taking on board the various environmental factors that contribute to behaviour. You鈥檒l also be taught how to design e铿�ective intervention strategies to help children and young people become successful at home, at school, and in their communities.You鈥檒l learn to understand and analyse factors that influence development, and explain a range of challenging behaviours, including those associated with ADHD, conduct disorder, autism, and learning disabilities.Your understanding of historical, contemporary and international perspectives of education and learning will allow you to explore how culture and society influence the changing concept of childhood and education. You will investigate key issues around curriculum, pedagogy and practice.This course is based at our Treforest campus. USW Treforest is surrounded by green open spaces. Our students say they love the warm and friendly welcome and community atmosphere, as well as the convenience of living and studying in the same place. From listed buildings to new, modern structures, Treforest reflects the University鈥檚 history and its ambitions. Here you will find everything you need in one place - halls of residence, the library and sport centre, cafes and bars to eat and drink, and friends to spend time with.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

Students living in Hong Kong
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拢 12,600per year

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University information

University of South Wales

University of South Wales

University of South Wales

  • University League Table

    95th

  • Campus address

    University of South Wales, Llantwit Road, Treforest, Pontypridd, Rhondda, Cynon, Taff, CF37 1DL, Wales

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Education

    74th out of 91 3

    54th out of 73 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 224
    132 59%

    51st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    77.0 77%

    49th

    9

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.41 85%

    2nd

    24

  • Entry standards

    / Max 180
    126 70%

    43rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    96.0 96%

    11th

    7

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.30 83%

    13th

    11

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