The University of Northampton is a relatively young institution, founded in 2005, with a total student population of 12,554, including 2,460 international students. The university has a strong focus on social impact and has won multiple awards for its work in this area. The institution aims to break the traditional mould of higher education and provide an innovative and immersive learning experience for its students. Its state-of-the-art Waterside Campus, opened in 2018, is designed to reflect the way students actually learn. The university is committed to transforming lives and inspiring change, ensuring that students have the opportunity to make their mark on the world.

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Develop your knowledge and understanding of the lives and experiences of children, young people and their families through academic study and work-based learning with our ‘Working with children, young people and families’ degree. Driven by values of inclusion, empowerment and social justice, this exciting degree supports your academic and professional development to enhance your skills and career prospects so that you can make a positive impact for children, young people and families. You will explore a range of topics and key issues, including poverty, mental health, youth offending, safeguarding and anti-discriminatory practice. This degree will help you to navigate a breadth of theoretical, practical and social issues that challenge and support ever-transforming services for children, young people and families. The Government agenda has seen the need for more integrated and responsive services that includes emotional and mental health support for children and young people; practice that works to support families holistically; play-work; behaviour support and youth justice. Show less

Courses (Preview)
Introduction to Child and Youth Care
Child Development and Psychology
Adolescent Development and Psychology
The Sociology of Childhood and Youth
Social Policy for Children and Families
Diversity and Equality in Child and Youth Care
Safeguarding and Child Protection
Family Dynamics and Relationships
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Partnership Working with Families and Communities
Therapeutic Approaches in Child and Youth Care
Health and Wellbeing of Children and Young People
Education and Learning Support
Mental Health and Wellbeing of Children and Young People
Leadership and Management in Child and Youth Care
Research Methods in Child and Youth Care

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The University of Northampton is a modern, dynamic institution with a strong commitment to transforming lives and inspiring change. Founded in 2005, the university is one of the youngest in the UK but has already established itself as a leader in adding value to society, which it calls social impact. The institution is home to a diverse student population of over 12,500, including more than 2,400 international students from over 120 countries around the world. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses across various subject areas, including business, law, education, health, social sciences, and the arts. The University of Northampton takes an innovative approach to higher education and has built a whole new campus, the Waterside Campus, which opened in 2018. This state-of-the-art campus is designed to reflect the way students actually learn and provides an immersive, interactive, and engaging learning environment. The university is committed to making a positive impact on society through its research, teaching, and engagement activities. It has won multiple awards for its work in areas such as social entrepreneurship, sustainability, and community engagement. The institution was also the first university in the UK to be named as a Changemaker Campus in 2012 by Ashoka U, a global network of universities committed to social innovation and changemaking. At the University of Northampton, students have the opportunity to develop their skills, knowledge, and experience to become changemakers themselves. The institution's focus on social impact, innovation, and creativity means that graduates are equipped to make a positive difference in their communities and beyond.

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You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:

• Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
• Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it

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