Childhood and Youth Studies (Extended), BA Hons at University of Greenwich

This childhood and youth studies extended degree opens doors to many career opportunities, from community and local government roles to social enterprise.

Our childhood and youth studies extended degree course starts with a foundation year to prepare you for degree-level study. After your first year, you will study the same modules as on our three-year course. You will learn to recognise how the experiences of childhood and youth are shaped by factors such as class, race, region and nationality.

Taught by experts in the field, this course uses sociology, psychology and history to explore childhood. You can also study and gain experience within social enterprise, a rapidly growing sector that uses commercial strategies to make a difference to the lives of children and young people.

What you should know about this course

•  This four-year programme is identical to the three-year one, but has a foundation year with lower entry requirements
•  If you have the ability but not the qualifications, this programme is your first step towards graduation
•  The foundation year includes academic writing, computing skills, introduction to the subject and more
•  Located across the university's iconic Greenwich Campus.

Careers and placements

What sort of careers do graduates pursue?

This programme provides a sound preparation for postgraduate study in primary and early years teaching, social work and children's nursing, as well as academic study to an MA or PhD. Career opportunities exist in education, health and social care, local government and community settings as well as in the early years sector, social enterprise, youth and community and play therapy.

Do you provide employability services?

The Employability & Careers Service (ECS) is committed to supporting our students and recent graduates in their transition towards a rewarding graduate destination. We strive to deliver a professional service with the aim of empowering our students to achieve their potential. We provide the following:

- CV and cover letter checks
- Application support
- One-to-one careers advice
- Interview tips and support
- Careers fairs
- Internships
- Graduate jobs