Childhood and Youth Studies

Explore key aspects of children’s and young people’s lives while developing critical analysis skills. This postgraduate certificate is particularly relevant for graduates working with children or young people who want to advance academically and professionally, as well as those with backgrounds in childhood and youth studies, youth work, youth justice, sociology, health and social care, social work, nursing, anthropology, psychology, education, and the voluntary sector, including charities and NGOs. While it does not provide professional recognition, which may require additional study, it offers a strong foundation for those looking to transition into or between professions involving children and young people.

Why choose this course

• Build on your experience of working with children and young people or prepare to move into the profession
• Explore diverse perspectives on childhood and youth, and develop strategies to promote their welfare
• Examine the connections between theory and practice, applying ideas directly to your own professional context
• Begin a study pathway that leads to a postgraduate diploma and masters degree, with the flexibility to step off at any stage

This certificate is the first stage of our Postgraduate Diploma in Childhood and Youth Studies (E93) or our MA in Childhood and Youth (F55).