Childhood and Youth Studies (T43)

Interested in how social, cultural, and psychological influences impact on the lives of children and young people? This engaging and wide-ranging interdisciplinary certificate is for anyone working with children and young people or with a general interest in the field. You’ll investigate policies, practices and issues affecting the lives of children and young people across a range of settings – developing your knowledge, your analytical skills and improving your practice.

Key features of the course

Spans the entire childhood age range from 0–24

Topics include child development and child psychology, international childhoods, learning and development

Explores children and young people’s lives from different perspectives alongside students studying and working in different settings

Relevant to a wide range of careers in childcare, education, health and social care