The BSc Childhood Studies at the University of Bristol provides you with a comprehensive understanding of childhood and adolescence, exploring critical issues from birth to 19 years. You will delve into children's experiences and perspectives within education, care, justice, development, and health, examining these within national and international contexts. This interdisciplinary degree is ideal for those seeking to understand the complex construction of childhood, drawing on expertise from sociology, psychology, education, and law. You will develop a strong foundation in contemporary debates and the social science of childhood, preparing you for impactful future careers.
This full-time, on-campus undergraduate degree is studied over three years, offering a dynamic learning experience. You will engage with core units in your first year, such as Constructing Childhoods and Critical Skills for Social Scientists, before specialising in years two and three. The syllabus includes opportunities to explore areas like child and adolescent psychology, social research methods, and health, with optional units allowing you to tailor your studies. You will graduate with a deep understanding of childhood, equipped for diverse career paths in education, policy, research, social work, and children's charities.