Our degree in Childhood Studies will allow you to explore a diverse range of areas that are pivotal to children’s lives and will equip you with the skills and expertise necessary to work in a range of child-related professions. Whatever direction you choose, this Childhood Studies degree from Aberystwyth University will give you a solid foundation of the knowledge and understanding, along with the critical and evaluative skills that employers are looking for. Also, as long as you meet the entry requirements, you will be guaranteed an interview for Primary PGCE at Aberystwyth. Our Childhood Studies programme will allow you to explore some of the sociological and psychological factors that influence the development of children. You will also develop an understanding of the political and legislative background to childhood and its implications for children and their families. At a more personal level, you will develop your capacity for critical thought, as well as improving your ability to work with others in a variety of different contexts. You will also be given the opportunity to learn about a variety of different careers, so that you can make an informed choice about what to do after Graduation. **Support for students** Every student is allocated a Personal Tutor. As far as possible, this person will stay with you for the duration of your degree. You will be offered regular meetings, initially help you to settle into University, and later to talk about career prospects, analyse your assignment feedback and discuss other aspects of your life at University. The School of Education also makes sure that there is always a member of staff available if problems crop up during the working day – information about this is sent out at the beginning of term. **What will I study?** In each year, core modules give you a solid foundation in essential aspects of Childhood Studies, for example In Year 1, core modules cover topics such as how young children learn and the development of intelligence, personality and perception in children. Optional modules may include topics such as the importance of play, the historical development of childhood provision in Wales and England and key skills for University. In Year 2, core modules cover topics such as theories of thinking and learning and the development of literacy in young children. Optional modules include a placement module, the study of bilingual education and cultural diversity in education In Year 3, you will tailor your programme to suit your interests through your dissertation. You may also explore Special Educational Needs or children’s rights, or even choose to present a scientific topic to the public. **How will my work be assessed?** A variety of assessment techniques will allow you to play to your strengths. Some modules are assessed through exams and essays, but you may also complete projects, bibliographic exercises, reflective diaries, posters, and presentations. Our exam weighting is no more than 50% in any module. In addition, in your final year you will be tasked with creating a learning game for children or for other students. You will have to make a game and present it with an academic rationale. This degree has an excellent track record in the employability stakes. Testament to this is the fact that all of last year’s Childhood Studies graduates were in work or further study within 6 months of graduating (3% more than Education graduates nationally, according to the Destination of Leavers in Higher Education 2017). Our graduates have followed these pathways: - Humanitarian Organisations; - Teaching and Education (including SEN); - Social Care; - Nursing; - Speech therapy; - Social work; - Child welfare; - Play therapy; - The Leisure industry; - Child Law; - Childhood research.

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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.

Course code: X320

Institution code: A40

Campus Name: Main Site (Aberystwyth)

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The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

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Applicants are selected on their individual merits and offers can vary. We allow you flexibility in meeting our entry requirements, and all qualifications that you have already gained, or are working towards, will be considered when reviewing your application. We have an inclusive policy which recognises a broad range of qualifications. The entry requirements listed above represent typical offers for some of the most popular qualifications taken by applicants. If you cannot find the qualifications that you are studying (or have previously studied) please contact our Undergraduate Admissions Office (Telephone: +44 (0)1970 622021; Email: ug-admissions@aber.ac.uk) for advice on your eligibility and details of the typical offer you are likely to receive.

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Test	Grade	AdditionalDetails
Cambridge English Advanced
Cambridge English Proficiency
IELTS (Academic)	6.5	With minimum 5.5 in each component.
PTE Academic	62.0	With minimum scores of 51 in each component.
TOEFL (iBT)	88.0	With minimum scores in components as follows: Listening 21; Writing 21; Reading 22; Speaking 23.

If you are an international student needing more information about the English Language requirement for your course (e.g. country-specific English Language tests, Partner Institution tests, EU/EEA English Language qualifications where the school curriculum is taught in a native language) please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office for further advice.

Student satisfaction : 85%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 75%

Go onto work and study: 85%

England	9000.0	Year 1
Northern Ireland	9000.0	Year 1
Scotland	9000.0	Year 1
Wales	9000.0	Year 1
Channel Islands	9000.0	Year 1
Republic of Ireland	9000.0	Year 1
EU	14300.0	Year 1
International	14300.0	Year 1

The UK and Welsh Governments have confirmed that EU students commencing their studies in the academic year 2021/22 will no longer be eligible for home fee status. Fees for EU students will therefore be charged in line with international fees from 2021/22 onwards. Please note Irish nationals will continue to be eligible for home fee status and support by the Welsh Government under the Common Travel Area arrangement.

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Aberystwyth
Ceredigion
United Kingdom
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