Our online MA Professional Practice with Children and Young People course offers an ideal development opportunity for graduates and current practitioners.
Why study with us
- The academics who deliver this course are recognised practitioners and will work with you to develop an in-depth understanding of current research, policies and issues surrounding practice in children and young people’s services.
- You’ll get the opportunity to critically reflect on your own practice and bring about positive change in the delivery of services to children and young people, helping their voices to be heard.
What you'll do
- You’ll develop and enhance your leadership and decision-making skills so that you have the confidence to resolve complex safeguarding situations involving children and young people. The new skills and knowledge you gain as you progress through the programme will give you confidence to transform your practice, with children and young peoples participation at the forefront.
- We’ll equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to undertake independent research in this field.
- The course covers the full breadth of children’s services, including early years, education, social work, social care and health and community work. It gives you the opportunity to focus your learning on your own areas of interest and expertise.
Modules
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. We may also make changes to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
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Academic expertise
Industry links
We have strong links with voluntary and statutory sector providers for children and young people in social work, education and health.
This course is also part of the European Network Of Masters in Children’s Rights. Through this, there are opportunities to engage with international networks.
Future careers
This course improves future career prospects for both recent graduates and current practitioners. You'll become an innovative, forward-thinking professional who brings about positive change in the lives of children and young people.
This course has helped learners already in employment to challenge and change practice. Our students have gone on to progress their careers and work in a variety of areas, such as:
- Safeguarding children and young people
- Participation and advocacy work
- Management progression
- HE Lecturing
- International job roles within children and young peoples services
Entry requirements
Minimum qualifications:
- Applicants should hold at least 2:1 degree in a relevant subject. Applicants with a lower class of degree will be considered, subject to interview. Non-standard entrants with suitable extensive work experience with children and young people and evidence of recent study will also be considered
- IELTS: Score of at least 6.0 with no component score lower than 5
This course involves working with vulnerable people, including children. To make sure we accept suitable students, you must get a clear enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, previously called a CRB check.
Fees and funding
Scholarships and bursaries
We offer many scholarships, bursaries and funds to support you during your studies. Select your country or region to see if you are eligible and how to apply.
GREAT Scholarship
In partnership with the British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign, the University of Central Lancashire is offering one scholarship to a student in Mexico applying for one-year postgraduate courses.
Find out more about GREAT Scholarship
This course is delivered by the School of Health, Social Work and Sport
For information on possible changes to course information, see our essential and important course information
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