BSc (Hons) Childhood Development (Including Foundation Year)

Course Overview The BSc (Hons) Childhood Development with an Integrated Foundation Year is a four-year program designed to prepare students for the full degree, exploring the cognitive, biological, social, and emotional factors that shape development from childhood through adolescence. This course provides a strong theoretical foundation paired with practical, hands-on experience in real-world settings like schools and welfare charities. You will learn to design effective interventions and analyze a range of behaviors, equipping you for a professional career working with children and young people. Key Program Highlights Integrated Foundation Year providing essential skills and knowledge for degree-level study Practical experience through work placements in schools, charities, and youth justice settings Analysis of developmental influences and challenging behaviors associated with ADHD, autism, and learning disabilities Opportunity to gain additional qualifications such as Safeguarding Children (Level 1) Focus on designing effective intervention strategies for success at home, school, and in the community