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Study Details: 1 year
If you are passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of children and young people, then this course is for you. Drawing on perspectives from education, psychology, sociology and health, you will examine a range of social issues that risk disadvantaging the development, wellbeing and educational outcomes of children and young people.
Drawing upon real-world events and personal experiences, you will explore issues of social justice, children’s rights, inclusion and diversity (gender, LGBT+, race, ethnicity, social class, poverty, disability, mental health), childhood adversity, trauma and wellbeing. Attention is also given to how intersectionality connects to equity and outcomes for children and young people.
You will develop the knowledge and skills to make positive social change by identifying ways to address barriers that marginalise and disadvantage, including support strategies for children and young people who have experienced significant challenge and trauma.
Honours Degree
Open to graduates with a 2:2 honours degree in social sciences, e.g. primary education, education studies, childhood studies, sociology, psychology, educational psychology, criminology, health and social care.
Designed for those interested in working in a broad range of community sectors linked to supporting children, young people, families, or marginalised groups, including education, social/community care, and non-government organisations where issues of social justice, inclusion, equality, diversity and the wellbeing of children/young people are essential. The course is suitable for experienced education and community practitioners, as well as new graduates from various social science disciplines who may wish to continue their studies before entering the workplace or prepare for doctoral study.
Depending on a student's undergraduate degree, prospects after the MA include work in primary education, secondary education, further education, social/community care or research initiatives. It will be particularly relevant for graduates looking to study and work within educational psychology. Due to the emphasis on diversity and human rights, this Master’s degree also provides a solid foundation for human resources graduate schemes.
Core Modules:
Human Rights and Reflective Practice (20 Credits)
Children and Communities (20 Credits)
Research Methods & Design (20 Credits)
Disability and Mental Wellbeing (20 Credits)
Social Justice and Community Engagement (20 Credits)
Research Project (60 Credits)
Supporting Children and Young People with Trauma (20 Credits)
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