Course Summary

This programme is ideal for anyone who wants to make a difference to the lives of children, young people and families. The programme will develop the knowledge and skills you need for a career across a range of professional areas, or for entry into further postgraduate study. This programme has a number of distinguishing features including: an emphasis on interdisciplinary working; employability; internationalisation; research skills and social justice. A Foundation Degree programme in Working with Children and Families offers learners the opportunity to achieve a nationally recognised qualification that offers both career progression and professional development for those already in employment in the Working with Children and Families sectors and those learners that are looking for future employment and careers in the sectors. This Foundation Degree work-related programme of study is designed to cover the key knowledge, understanding and practical skills required in the health and social care sectors. The programme facilitates opportunities for learners to apply their knowledge and practical skills in the workplace; full-time learners have the opportunity to do this through formal voluntary work placements or part-time employment experience

Course Details - Modules

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Course Details – Assessment Method

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Course Details – Professional Bodies

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How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: L6L4

Institution code: S35

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

96-112 UCAS tariff points - to include GCSE in English Language at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent). Potential to succeed can be measured in a number of ways including academic qualifications and skills obtained outside academic study such as work experience. We have a points range so we can take into account all of the information on your application form and adjust the offer from the evidence provided. Find out more about qualification options from the UCAS tariff table. Successful clearance for Disclosure and Barring Service (ie a police background check). The university will contact you about this if you are offered a place. Please check selection criteria for any additional entry requirements. https://www.cumbria.ac.uk/study/courses/undergraduate/working-with-children-and-families/

The following additional requirements apply for entry to this programme: . relevant level 3 childcare related qualification; . Successful completion of pre-course counselling tasks. For APL, please refer to the University of Cumbria website.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

Minimum Qualification Requirements

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English language requirements

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Unistats information

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Fees and funding

England 6165.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 6165.0 Year 1
Scotland 6165.0 Year 1
Wales 6165.0 Year 1

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Provider information

Mornington Road
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