Childhood Studies

University of South Wales
Undergraduate FdSc Full-time 2 Years Social work, childhood, and youth studies

A-Level Entry

DD

UCAS Points

48 points

About this course

If you would like to work in childcare, or if you’re employed and are keen to further your career, this course teaches the full range of skills for working with children and young people from birth to 18 years. It is the ideal route into professional childcare, teaching or other work with young people, and provides both classroom-based study and practical experience. With strong links to local employers, the course will enable you to develop knowledge and understanding of the issues faced by people working in the childcare sector and provides excellent opportunities for employment or further study. This course is franchised by the University of South Wales

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades DD
UCAS Tariff Points 48 points
BTEC PPP

Study Options

This course is available in 4 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: FdSc

Location: Tonypandy

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: FdSc

Location: Ebbw Vale

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: FdSc

Location: Merthyr Tydfil

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: FdSc

Location: Cross Keys

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

2317 Teachers of English as a foreign language
2314 Primary education teaching professionals
1172 Social services managers and directors
2319 Teaching professionals
2461 Social workers
2315 Nursery education teaching professionals

Course Details

Qualification
Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Tonypandy
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Social work, childhood, and youth studies