Education, Childhood and Culture with a Year Abroad

Overview Childhood is a vital life stage, and a fascinating area of study. On UEA’s Education, Childhood, and Culture course you’ll explore childhood from a range of perspectives, including the psychology of childhood, spaces of transition and change, developmental stages, global childhoods, and how childhood intersects with cultural issues such as race, gender, disability, and ethnicity. You’ll develop a critical understanding of childhood across a range of cultures and backgrounds.

At UEA, you’ll be taught by leading experts and practitioners from a range of disciplines. You’ll have sessions from experts in sociology, psychology, philosophy, art, mathematics, and many other fields. Our team will help you explore what education and childhood mean to you.

You’ll be able to shape the course to explore your own interests across a range of settings. You’ll explore art and creativity, the human brain, nature and outdoor learning, AI and digital technology, and so much more.

Situated on a vibrant campus in the heart of Norwich, this course will allow you to take advantage of our facilities and links to the local area. Gain experience through placements in educational settings, explore the coast and fens of Norfolk, learn from museums and galleries, and hear from local practitioners.

You’ll be supported towards a wide range of career pathways, with an emphasis on supporting and nurturing children, such as through our strong links to teaching training, careers in educational research, work in government and charity sectors, or youth work. Our team will help you unlock your next steps.

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