Childhood, Education and Social Work
Accessible, flexible and
practice-focused courses that prepare you for a successful
professional career
Childhood, Education and Social Work
Accessible, flexible and practice-focused courses that prepare you for a successful professional career
4th
in the UK for overall average positivity for Childhood and Youth Studies
National Student Survey 2023
8th
for student satisfaction in Education
Complete University Guide 2023
9th
in the UK for learning opportunities for Social Work
National Student Survey 2023
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Develop the skills you need to prepare for your career
Go beyond the classroom
Prepare for your future career as an education professional, as you explore local, national, and global issues within
the sector.
Built-in placements
Our Childhood and Social Work courses offer built-in practice placements to apply your academic learning to real-world situations.
Prepare for your career
Our Social Work courses develop the skills and knowledge necessary to become eligible to apply to be a Registered Social Worker.
Practice-focused courses
Discover our selection practice-focused courses that give you the confidence and experience needed for your professional career.
Childhood, Education and Social Work courses
Discover degrees that provide you with the professional skills to work within specialist settings
Explore and develop different areas of interest as you gain practice experience that will enhance your ability and confidence as a professional.
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BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies
Develop your effectiveness as a skilled Early Years practitioner with the support of a team of our experienced and expert teaching staff.
BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies
3 years full-time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
X310
- Investigate, understand and analyse the fast-changing landscape of working with young children
- Pursue specialisms that allow you to centre your learning around your passions
- Gain practical experience in different early years settings
- Provide a firm foundation for a career within educational settings
MA Education
Improve your understanding of advanced subject knowledge and learn how to best utilise evidence-based practice in order to unlock the potential of all learners.
MA Education
3 years part-time
Bognor Regis Campus
- Investigate, understand and analyse the fast-changing landscape of education
- Study across two years via a flexible, modular programme with an additional year for your final dissertation
- Learn part-time, with evening and weekend sessions per academic year
- Pursue your personal area of interest to build your MA course around you
BA (Hons) Education
Prepare for your future career as an education professional, as you explore local, national, and global issues within the sector.
BA (Hons) Education
3 years full-time, 4 years full-time (Integrated Foundation Year)
Bognor Regis Campus
X300, X306 (Integrated Foundation Year)
- Investigate, understand and analyse the fast-changing landscape of education.
- Study real-word projects as you learn in an active manner.
- Explore and consider key theories of human development and the nature of education.
- Provide a firm foundation for a career within educational settings
MA Social Work
This postgraduate course prepares you to change career paths towards the exciting, challenging and rewarding social work profession.
MA Social Work
2 years full-time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
L501
- Gain the qualification to enable you to apply to register as a social worker
- Course is approved by national regulator Social Work England
- Study modules mapped to national professional standards to ensure course remains relevant to current practice
- Partnerships with several local authorities to develop your skills and employability
BA (Hons) Social Work
Our BA (Hons) Social Work is approved by the professional regulator, Social Work England and prepares you for a career in an exciting, challenging and rewarding profession.
BA (Hons) Social Work
3 years full-time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
L500
- Gain the necessary qualification to enable you to apply to register as a social worker
- Partnerships with several local authorities to develop your skills and employability
- 95% graduate employment rate
- Study modules mapped to national professional standards to ensure course remains relevant to current practice
MA Education (Online)
Our online MA Education programme deepens your knowledge and understanding of teaching and education.
MA Education (Online)
3 years part-time
Remote course
- Investigate, understand, and analyse the fast-changing landscape of education
- Learn from anywhere in the world
- Explore crucial topics such as curriculum, inclusion, and pedagogy
- Specialise in one of four pathways
BA (Hons) Education, Special Needs and Disability
This insightful course prepares you to work with children and adults who have a special need or a disability within the education, health, or social care sector.
BA (Hons) Education, Special Needs and Disability
3 years full-time
Bognor Regis Campus
09R3
- Investigate, understand and analyse the fast-changing landscape of education.
- Study real-word projects as you learn in an active manner
- Explore and consider key theories of human development and the nature of education.
- Provide a firm foundation for a career within educational settings
BA (Hons) Childhood with Therapeutic Play
Learn to work with children in a variety of settings and contexts with a focus on utilising therapeutic play approaches.
BA (Hons) Childhood with Therapeutic Play
3 years full-time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
X320
- Investigate, understand and analyse the fast-changing landscape of working with children
- Develop your understanding of and skills in utilising therapeutic play approaches
- Pursue specific pathways that allow you to centre your learning around your passions and interests
- Gain practical experience in real-world environments
BSc (Hons) Educational PsychologyÂ
Learn to support children and young people experiencing problems in education and start your journey to become a BPS Educational Psychologist.
BSc (Hons) Educational PsychologyÂ
3 years Full Time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
C8X3
- Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS)
- Take the first step in your career as an educational psychologist
- Learn from experienced education lecturers and qualified psychologists
- Placement year opportunityÂ
- Opportunity to apply to assist in faculty researchÂ
BA (Hons) International Education
Analyse both the national and international education systems on this exciting and innovative course.
BA (Hons) International Education
3 years full-time
Bognor Regis Campus
X303
- Investigate, understand, and analyse the fast-changing landscape of education.
- Study real-word projects as you learn in an active manner.
- Explore and consider key theories of human development and the nature of education.
- Provide a firm foundation for a career within educational settings
BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies with Integrated Foundation Year
Build your academic knowledge and confidence before your Early Childhood Studies degree begins.
BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies with Integrated Foundation Year
4 years full-time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
X316
- Investigate, understand and analyse the fast-changing landscape of working with young children
- Pursue specialisms that allow you to centre your learning around your passions
- Gain practical experience in different early years settings
- Provide a firm foundation for a career within educational settings
BA (Hons) Education with Integrated Foundation Year
Explore local, national, and global issues within the sector after the completion of an integrated foundation year.
BA (Hons) Education with Integrated Foundation Year
4 years full-time
Bognor Regis Campus
X306
- Lower entry requirements than the main degree pathway
- Integrated additional year to build your academic skills
- Professional school placement to give you a taster of a career in teaching
- Explore and consider key theories of human development and the nature of education.
BA (Hons) Childhood with Therapeutic Play with Integrated Foundation Year
Build your academic knowledge and confidence before your Childhood Studies with Therapeutic Play degree begins.
BA (Hons) Childhood with Therapeutic Play with Integrated Foundation Year
4 years full-time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
X326
- Develop your academic skills on an integrated foundation year
- Investigate, understand and analyse the fast-changing landscape of working with children
- Develop your understanding of and skills in utilising therapeutic play approaches
- Pursue specific pathways that allow you to centre your learning around your passions and interests
BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies Level 6 Top Up
Gain your full BA Honours degree with this flexible and accommodating top-up course.
BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies Level 6 Top Up
1 years full-time or 2 years part-time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
X314
- Convert your foundation degree to a full BA degree
- Investigate, understand and analyse the fast-changing landscape of working with young children
- Pursue specialisms that allow you to centre your learning around your passions
- Provide a firm foundation for a career within educational settings
Foundation Degree Early Years
This course provides the opportunity to progress to the BA (Hons) Early Childhood Top-up and is an excellent pathway to enable busy practitioners to gain a degree.
Foundation Degree Early Years
2 years full-time, 3 years part-time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
- Develop your confidence in your academic skills and knowledge
- Pursue your passion for Early Years
- Learn from a dedicated and highly-skilled team
- Have the opportunity to progress to Level 6 with the BA (Hons) Early Childhood Top-Up
Foundation Degree in Teaching and Learning Support
Develop your knowledge and skills when working to support children's learning with this flexible and accessible route.
Foundation Degree in Teaching and Learning Support
3 years part-time
Bognor Regis Campus
- Learn on flexible and accessible way
- Ideal for those already working in an educational setting
- Work whilst you learn with our part-time approach
- Opportunities to progress onto full degree programmes
MA Inclusive Special Education
Develop a greater understanding of the issues related to the education of children and young adults who have a special educational need and/or a disability.
MA Inclusive Special Education
3 years part-time
Bognor Regis Campus
- Investigate, understand and analyse the fast-changing landscape of education
- Study across two years via a flexible, modular programme with an additional year for your final dissertation
- Learn part-time, with evening and weekend sessions per academic year
- Pursue your personal area of interest to build your MA course around you
Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work
Become a professionally qualified social worker with this postgraduate diploma option.
Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work
18 months full-time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
L502
- Gain the necessary qualification to register as a social worker
- Learn from experienced and qualified social workers
- Study modules mapped to national standards to ensure course remains relevant to current practice
- Receive targeted careers support to help you open future career opportunities in a variety of professional roles
MA Advanced Professional Practice
This innovative and flexible course for experienced professionals meets your professional CPD requirements as you to take a tailored route towards a full MA degree.
MA Advanced Professional Practice
2 years full-time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
- Meet your professional CPD requirements as you gain credits towards a full MA degree
- Explore your specific areas of interest
- Develop your future career opportunities in a variety of professional roles
- Study on a flexible course that fits around your current career
Postgraduate Certificate: Autism Education
This Postgraduate Certificate is for professionals looking to gain accreditation and specialist knowledge in the education of children and adults on the autism spectrum.
Postgraduate Certificate: Autism Education
1 year part-time
Bognor Regis Campus
- Gain specialist knowledge in the education of children and adults on the autism spectrum
- Earn 60 credits towards an MA in Inclusive Special Education
- Learn from experts with personal, practical, and academic experience of autism
PGCert: Professional Studies in Education, Mental Health Awareness in Schools
This PGCert course supports individuals, schools and local authorities to further understand and promote awareness of mental health in schools.
PGCert: Professional Studies in Education, Mental Health Awareness in Schools
1 year part-time
Bognor Regis Campus
- Gain specialist knowledge in mental health awareness in schools.
- Consider the role of mental health within education
- Earn 60 credits towards our MA Education degree
- Learn from experts with personal, practical, and academic experience of education
PGCert: Professional Studies in Education, Growth Mindset
This certificate supports individuals, schools or local authorities to explore the research and evidence surrounding mindsets to foster a growth mindset culture.
PGCert: Professional Studies in Education, Growth Mindset
1 year part-time
Bognor Regis Campus
- Gain specialist knowledge in implementing a growth mindset culture in education settings
- Earn 60 credits towards our MA Education degree
- Learn from experts with personal, practical, and academic experience of education
NASENC: National Award for SENCO
Our innovative programme equips SENCOs with the required qualification as you develop your effective leadership and management of SEND provision.
NASENC: National Award for SENCO
1 year part-time
Bognor Regis Campus
- Gain the National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination (NASENC) required for newly-appointed SENCOs
- Develop your leadership and management skills as a SENCO
- Earn 60 credits towards a full MA qualification
- Study a course strongly rooted in work-based practice