Program Overview

BA (Hons) Children, Schools and Families

The BA (Hons) Children, Schools and Families course is a part-time program offered by Cornwall College, with a duration of 2 years. The institution code for this course is C78, and the study location is Cornwall College (St Austell).

Course Details

The course is designed to provide students with a broad understanding of children's services and the skills necessary to work in a support capacity as a reflective and reflexive professional. The program includes a range of core and optional modules, which are subject to change as part of the University's curriculum enrichment program.

Year 1

• Core modules:
  • CORC3006: Children's Services - A critical analysis of children's services, providing students with a broad view of what it means to work in a support capacity.
  • CORC384: Research Methods - To provide the student with an understanding and appreciation of the research process and the application of research methods.
• Optional modules:
  • CORC350: Independent Study - An opportunity for students to work independently, pursuing professionally focused inquiry into a selected educational area.
  • CORC355: Disability: Approaches to Inclusion - To provide an in-depth understanding of inclusion, the theories underpinning inclusion, and the range of adjustments that can be made to support disabled people.
  • CORC376: Language Learning - The module assesses understanding of what it means to learn language and examines the role and working practices of those who work and live with children and young people.
  • CORC377: Outdoor Experiential Services - A cross-disciplinary module considering the range and type of outdoor provision available to children, schools, and families.

Year 2

• Core modules:
  • CORC353: Dissertation - An opportunity for students to research and investigate a topic or subject of their choice in considerable depth.
  • CORC379: Health Inequalities and Interventions - A forum for gaining a deep understanding of how agencies and professionals work together to tackle the issues arising around health inequalities.

Fees, Costs, and Funding

As this course is delivered by one of the University's partner colleges, please note that tuition fee prices are subject to change. In November 2024, the UK Government announced an increase to tuition fees and maintenance support for the 2025/26 academic year, setting the standard tuition fee and student maintenance loan at ｣9,535 per year.

Studying with Cornwall College

Cornwall College offers a wide range of university-level specialist courses, designed with employers and delivered by industry professionals. The college provides a supportive learning environment, with smaller class sizes and competitive prices. Students of Cornwall College are also members of the University of Plymouth's Students' Union.

Academic Partnerships

The University of Plymouth has developed partnerships with institutions around the world to make higher education more accessible. These partnerships enable students to enroll for a degree at a partnership institution closer to home or engage in distance learning. The University's Academic Partnerships cater to a huge variety of needs and aspirations, offering specialist degrees, unique facilities, and a university-level qualification awarded by the University of Plymouth.