The MA Professional Practice with Children & Young People at the University of Central Lancashire is designed for practitioners seeking to deepen their expertise in safeguarding, childhood development, and ethical research. This postgraduate Masters Degree equips you with advanced critical thinking and innovative practice skills essential for navigating the complex landscape of children's services. You will explore key areas such as theorising childhood and adolescence, ethical research with vulnerable populations, and the legal frameworks governing child welfare. This course is ideal for those committed to enhancing the lives of children and young people through informed, evidence-based practice.
You will study this programme full-time on campus over one year, engaging with a blend of compulsory and optional modules tailored to your professional development. The curriculum includes practical application through modules like ASYE: Demonstrating Capability in Social Work Practice and opportunities for in-depth research via a dissertation or project. You will learn alongside experienced academics and practitioners, fostering a collaborative learning environment. Upon graduation, you will be prepared for enhanced roles within social work, education, and child protection services, equipped with the specialist knowledge and critical insights to drive positive change.