Bachelor of Arts (Child, Youth and Family: Policy and Practice)

Campus Bachelor Full Time
Delivery
Campus
Study mode
Full Time
Level
Bachelor
Starts
September

Introduction

Bachelor of Arts (Child, Youth and Family: Policy and Practice) is a Bachelor program taught at University of Galway, Ireland. Intake: September. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (4 Years) options.

University of Galway’s Bachelor of Arts (Child, Youth and Family: Policy and Practice) is delivered through a series of modules centred around child, youth and family studies. Modules introduce political science, sociology, public and social policy, economics, psychology, the creative arts, information technology and law. Many modules focus on personal and professional skills development, research skills, and skills needed to work in the sector.

The course uses on-campus delivery with small-group teaching based at the Institute for Lifecourse and Society. It includes a Professional Work Placement in settings such as community, youth, education, family support, cultural organisations, or government agencies. The final stage focuses on Research, Policy and Practice, including modules such as Family Law and Equality, Diversity and Collective Action.

Modules

  • Introduction to Child, Youth and Family Studies
  • Youth Development
  • Children and Health
  • Introduction to Politics
  • Practising Politics
  • Introduction to Sociology
  • Practising Sociology
  • Introduction to Economic Policy
  • Community Development
  • Social Research Skills
  • Personal and Professional Development
  • Understanding Family and Society

Admission Requirements

The minimum requirements for admission in Bachelor of Arts (Child, Youth and Family: Policy and Practice) at University of Galway for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

  • program specific academic requirment set by University of Galway.
  • English Language OR any other language requirments as set by University of Galway as pre-requiste for admission in Bachelor of Arts (Child, Youth and Family: Policy and Practice).

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

Courses Units

Scholarships

23 fully funded scholarships are listed for Ireland. See Ireland scholarships.