Modules
This module introduces you to the historical and contemporary landscape of childhood education, focusing on key educational theories, practices, and systems. It will explore how education has evolved from ancient times to the present day, and how different societal, political, and cultural factors have influenced its development. Students will engage with issues such as equality of access to education, the function of the state, the role of women and the changing aims and values of education.
This module introduces students to the multifaceted nature of child development and education, exploring cognitive, emotional, social, and physical domains. Students will engage with key theoretical frameworks and critically analyse how various environmental and cultural factors shape children's growth. The module encourages a holistic approach, examining the interrelationship between different developmental aspects from birth to early adolescence. By unveiling the complexities of childhood, students will gain a foundational understanding to support future studies in education, psychology, social work, and related disciplines.
This module introduces students to the fundamental role of play in human creativity, learning, and development across the lifespan. By examining key theories, concepts, and practices surrounding play, students will explore how playful activities stimulate cognitive, emotional, and social growth. The module aims to empower students to appreciate and apply the dynamics of play in both educational and professional contexts, emphasising its interdisciplinary relevance in fostering innovation, problem-solving, and collaboration.
This module provides students with the opportunity to engage in a professional placement focused on child-centred practice. Students will develop practical skills, reflective abilities, and a deeper understanding of how to support children's holistic development. The placement experience aims to enhance students' capacity to work with children in diverse settings, emphasising child welfare, rights, and inclusive practices.
You now have the opportunity to pick an optional module to learn a new language or build on your existing language skills as part of your degree. You can choose:
- Subsidiary Language for Beginners (choice of German, Italian or Spanish)
- French: Intermediate Language Development
- Spanish: Intermediate Language Development
- Chinese: Intermediate Language Development
- German: Communication in Practice
- French: Communication in Practice
- Spanish: Communication in Practice