Studying a Master’s degree in Childhood Studies will give you the knowledge and skills to support children and their families in a range of environments. You will develop a keen understanding of issues related to child development in contemporary society and how policy and services for children and families are planned and provided. Throughout your studies, you will refine critical research and analytical skills valued by employers and develop professional reflective practice techniques.

Duration1 year(s)
Tuition FeeGBP 9,010 / year(s)
Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026
Childhood Studies, PGDip
About
Requirements
Entry Requirements
A UK 2.2 (or above) degree in a related discipline (for example childhood studies, education, psychology, sociology, mental health), or its equivalent.
Applications will be considered if you have significant relevant work experience.
You will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (previously known as a Criminal Records Bureau, or CRB, Check).
You may also be asked to attend an interview.
International applicants:
English language requirements are a minimum IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in all domains, or a University approved equivalent, prior to starting the programme.
A DBS check or an approved University equivalent.
Career
Careers and Employability
Swansea Employability Academy (SEA) will support you at each stage of your career journey helping you build a bright future.
Our career support services include:
- Employability workshops, employers’ talks, bespoke events and careers fairs
- Individual advice and guidance from professionally qualified Careers Advisers
- Help with finding jobs, internships, work placements and volunteering opportunities
- Access to information resources on a wide range of career management topics
- Funding to support student internship opportunities and Student Society/Club events.
We also provide help and advice for Swansea University Alumni up to two years after you graduate.
Fee Information
Tuition Fee
9,010 / year(s)
Childhood Studies, PGDip

Swansea University
United Kingdom, Swansea