Everything you need to know...
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What is the fee?
Home: £9,250 per year
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How long will I study?
1 Year
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Where will I study?
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What is the UCAS code?
2W6Q
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When do I start?
September 2024
Employability
100% of our graduates are in work or further study fifteen months after graduating (2020/21 Graduate Outcomes Survey).
Course summary
- Progress from a relevant foundation degree to a BA honours degree.
- Gain hands-on and academic knowledge that employers are looking for.
- Learn in an environment that encourages a positive student experience.
- Become equipped to work as part of an integrated workforce.
Prepare to work alongside a diverse range of professionals – including social workers, teachers, health visitors, psychologists, and many other health, education and social care professionals. Alternatively, progress on to a postgraduate degree – such as an MA in Social Work or a PGCE in Primary Education with Qualified Teacher Status.
Come to an open day
Find out more at our undergraduate open days. Book now for your place.
How you learn
All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.
This course has a strong focus on links between academic learning, practice and research. We’ll encourage you to develop your knowledge, skills and understanding of the services, systems, policies and work practices that relate to children, young people and families.
You learn through
- group work
- presentations
- case studies
- role play
- debates
- essays and reports
- critical reflection and review
- reflective learning accounts
- self-assessment and action planning
Course leaders and tutors
Student View
Watch student Nazma Liaqat talk about the FdA/BA Working with Children, Young People and Families courses at Sheffield Hallam University.
Applied learning
Applied learning is the ethos at the heart of all Sheffield Hallam courses – meaning you are given the opportunity to put your studies into practice.
You will be taught by professionals who are active in their field – so you will get industry-focused knowledge of your subject. Modules are designed to help you not only apply theory to practice, but also to develop critical and ethical approaches to your practice in order to become a life-long, competent professional. You will gain real-world skills through workshops and live projects, often getting the opportunity to work with local partners.
Applied learning means that when you do start work, you can dive in and make things happen.
Future careers
This course prepares you for a career in
- educational settings
- social care and health settings
- public, private and third sector roles supporting children and young people
- family support and early intervention
- community development and outreach
Or you could progress on to further postgraduate study in a range of related areas – such as the MA Social Work.
Where will I study?
You study at Collegiate Campus through a structured mix of lectures, seminars and practical sessions as well as access to digital and online resources to support your learning.
Collegiate campus
Collegiate Campus can be found just off Ecclesall Road, a bustling student district.
Collegiate Campus map | Campus facilities
Collegiate library
Collegiate Library can be found just off Ecclesall Road. It's open 24 hours a day, every day.
Learn moreEquipment and facilities
We’ve invested over £100m in new facilities to help you study how and when you want. This means 24-hour libraries and study spaces designed by our students.
Learn more about your department
Health and Social Care Facilities Tour
Learn what it's like to study health and social care at our Collegiate Campus from our adult nursing student Alex.
Entry requirements
All students
You need one from
• Foundation Degree Working with Children, Young People and Families from Sheffield Hallam University
• foundation degree in a relevant discipline or 240 credits in health or social care related studies
You also need at least 400 hours of relevant experience of working with children, young people or families in a paid, voluntary or caring capacity, and a reference from a current or recent employer or educational institution.
We will assess your previous qualification to confirm its comparability and suitability for entry to this course.
IELTS
If English is not your first language you will need an IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills, or a recognised equivalent. If your level of English language is currently below IELTS 6.5 we recommend you consider an appropriate Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve the required level of English.
This course is only open to home or EU students. We are currently not accepting applications from international students.
Care experience
Before you apply for health courses, we require you to have gained some practical experience relating to your subject area. Download our applicant experience guidelines for information about the kinds of experience we expect you to have and the best places to gain it. Evidence of the experience gained, understanding of the profession and a genuine, reasoned commitment to studying a professional course must be explicit in your personal statement to be selected for interview.
Skill requirement
• a commitment to the values and ethics of social work/social care practice
• an awareness of the roles and responsibilities of those who work within the children's integrated workforce
• current knowledge and understanding of the needs and perspectives of children, young people and families
• the ability to communicate and engage effectively with children, young people and families
• a commitment to the principles of valuing equality and diversity and of promoting anti-oppressive practice
• the ability to undertake independent study at level 6
• use computers and technology associated with contemporary teaching, learning and assessment methods
Additional information for EU/International students
This course is not open to international students who require a Tier 4 (General) student visa to study in the UK. If you are an international applicant but do not require a Tier 4 (General) student visa, email our Admissions Team to find out whether you’re eligible to apply.
Modules
Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances.
Important notice: The structure for this course is currently being reviewed and enhanced to provide the best possible learning experience for our students. Module structure, content, delivery and assessment are all likely to change, but we expect the focus of the course and the learning outcomes to remain as described above. Once the changes have been confirmed, updated module information will be published on this page.
Final year
Compulsory modules
Advanced Safeguarding
Dissertation Children, Young People And Families
Management And Leadership In Practice
Strength Based Approaches With Children Young People And Families
Supporting Families With Multiple And Complex Needs
Fees and funding
Home students
Our tuition fee for UK students starting full-time undergraduate study in 2024/25 is £9,250 per year. These fees are regulated by the UK government and are therefore subject to changes in government policy.If you are studying an undergraduate course, postgraduate pre-registration course or postgraduate research course over more than one academic year then your tuition fees may increase in subsequent years in line with Government regulations or UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) published fees. More information can be found in our terms and conditions under student fees regulations.
Financial support for home/EU students
How tuition fees work, student loans and other financial support available.
Additional course costs
This link allows you to view estimated costs associated with the main activities on specific courses. These are estimates and, as such, are only an indication of additional course costs. Actual costs can vary greatly depending on the choices you make during your course.
Additional costs for Social work courses (PDF, 214.3KB)Legal information
Any offer of a place to study is subject to your acceptance of the University’s Terms and Conditions and Student Regulations.
