Program Overview

BA (Hons) Professional Development (Childhood Studies)

The BA (Hons) Professional Development (Childhood Studies) is a part-time course delivered by Petroc, a partner college of the University of Plymouth.

Institution and Course Details

• Institution code: P51
• Duration: 2 years
• Course type: Part-time
• Study location: Petroc (Barnstaple: Brannams)

Course Overview

This course is designed for individuals looking to enhance their professional development in childhood studies. With small class sizes and individualized support, students benefit from a supportive learning environment and industry-focused teaching and learning facilities.

Year 1 Core Modules

• Critical Professional Practice in Context (NORD3006)
• Challenging Contemporary Concepts (NORD3009)
• Exploring Children's Narratives (PETR3000) This module offers opportunities to develop an ability to reflect upon a range of historical, philosophical, psychological, sociological, cultural, and other perspectives, and consider how these influence understandings of children and childhood nationally and globally. A focus on Health, and the Spaces for children, and childhood in society offers a sound base for learners to develop their own areas of interest.

Year 2 Core Modules

• Globalisation from a Regional Perspective (NORD3010)
• Dissertation (NORD3012) The modules shown for this course are those currently being studied by students, or are proposed new modules. Please note that programme structures and individual modules are subject to amendment from time to time as part of the University's curriculum enrichment programme and in line with changes in the University's policies and requirements.

Fees, Costs, and Funding

As this course is delivered by one of the University's partner colleges, please contact the college directly for information on fees and funding.

Tuition Fee Price Changes

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. The University's tuition fees were increased to this rate.

Partnership with Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group

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.

Studying with Petroc

With main campuses in Barnstaple, Tiverton, and Brannams, studying at Petroc offers increased resources and a plethora of learning opportunities.

Academic Partnerships

The University's Academic Partnerships cater to a huge variety of needs and aspirations, offering specialist degrees, unique facilities, and smaller class sizes at a competitive price. As a student of two institutions, individuals get the best of both worlds: a supportive learning environment as part of a close-knit community and a university-level qualification awarded by the University of Plymouth.