Introduction to Childhood Studies and Child Psychology, Short Course | Part time online | The Open University UK | United Kingdom
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Introduction to Childhood Studies and Child Psychology

8 months
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What influences children’s development? How is childhood changing? How important are society and culture in understanding this change? This Introduction to Childhood Studies and Child Psychology course from The Open University UK offers a fascinating insight into the lives of children and young people. 

Overview

This Introduction to Childhood Studies and Child Psychology course from The Open University UK brings together approaches from anthropology, sociology and psychology, to provide a complete account of some of the complex influences that shape children’s experiences. You will investigate topics central to the lives of children and young people, from birth to 18 years, and explore their emotional, physical, intellectual, social and cultural development. You’ll be introduced to these thought-provoking topics through audio, video and interactive online materials.

What you will study

This online module will be attractive to anyone with an interest in, and concern for children and young people, including those who work with children and who want to learn more about contemporary theories and research in this area. The module offers an inter-disciplinary approach to study the lives of children and young people, drawing on research and theories from childhood studies and child psychology. This inter-disciplinary perspective is broader than mainstream psychology modules and is designed to introduce you to different ways of understanding childhood and children’s lives. The content is divided equally between sociology, anthropology, psychology, social policy and core study skills. There are four blocks, each comprising 6 weeks of supported study.

Programme Structure

The content is divided in four blocks:

  • Block 1 introduces an interdisciplinary approach to the study of childhood by comparing the different perspectives from childhood studies and child psychology. The units will consider some of the complex influences that shape children’s lives and the role of educational research with children.
  • Block 2 considers early social and emotional development with a focus on supporting the lives of children. There is a particular focus on policies around parenting and families, protecting and supporting children in a digital world and on promoting the welfare of children in today’s challenging society.
  • Block 3 addresses issues around diversity and examines how children’s lives are shaped by particular social and cultural ideologies.
  • Block 4 discusses some of the tensions involved in becoming an adult and some of the obstacles that many children face during this transitional period. 

Key information

Duration

  • Part-time
    • 8 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

  • There are no formal academic or experiential requirements to study this module.

Tuition Fee

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    3228 GBP/full
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    Based on the tuition of 3228 GBP for the full programme during 8 months.
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    3228 GBP/full
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 3228 GBP for the full programme during 8 months.

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