BSc Childhood Development
About this course
A BSc (Hons) in Childhood Development, a psychology degree focused on human growth, behavioral science, and the psychological wellbeing of children and adolescents. Core topics include Research Methods, Ethics & Professional Practice, and Human Behaviour. The curriculum includes practical experience through an on-campus Early Intervention Service and collaborative projects with external partners. The first year covers foundational concepts through Understanding Child and Adolescent Development, Behavioural Insights in Child Development, Understanding Child and Adolescent Wellbeing, and Working with Children in Context. The second year progresses to Research Methods and Ethics for Real-World Enquiry, Adverse Childhood Experiences and Trauma-Informed Practice, Working with Children in Specialist Contexts, and Behavioural Strategies to Promote Children’s Learning. The final year involves advanced study and practical application through Applied Research: Designing Projects that Matter, Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Advanced Behaviour Change Strategies and Professional Practice, and Applied Research: Conducting Research for Real-World Impact.
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Entry requirements
96 UCAS points or above Typical qualification requirements A Level: CCC to exclude General Studies Welsh BACC: Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales Grade C and CC at A Level to exclude General Studies BTEC: BTEC Extended Diploma Merit Merit Merit Access to HE: Pass the Access to HE Diploma with a minimum of 96 UCAS tariff points T Level: Pass (C and above) Additional requirements include: The University normally requires a minimum 5 GCSEs including Mathematics/Numeracy and English at Grade C or Grade 4 or above, or their equivalent, but consideration is given to individual circumstances
What students say
Based on about 10 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 84%
- Learning opportunities: 88%
- Assessment and feedback: 95%
- Academic support: 97%
- Organisation and management: 78%
- Learning resources: 96%
- Student voice: 79%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 25%
Most common jobs
- Caring personal services: 50%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Welfare and housing associate professionals: 10%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 50%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 35%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 50%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 185 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 3%
- London: 2%
- South East: 5%
- South West: 10%
- Wales: 74%
- Scotland: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 75%
- A degree: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
- Other qualifications: 15%
Modules
- Understanding Child and Adolescent Development
- Behavioural Insights in Child Development
- Understanding Child and Adolescent Wellbeing
- Working with Children in Context
- Research Methods and Ethics for Real-World Enquiry
- Adverse Childhood Experiences and Trauma-Informed Practice
- Working with Children in Specialist Contexts
- Behavioural Strategies to Promote Children’s Learning
- Applied Research: Designing Projects that Matter
- Child and Adolescent Mental Health
- Advanced Behaviour Change Strategies and Professional Practice
- Applied Research: Conducting Research for Real-World Impact
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Childhood Development at University of South Wales earn?
The median salary is £19,500 after 3 years, £23,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £19,500 and £27,500. The £23,500 median after five years is £4,000 less than the UK median for Psychology.
What do graduates of BSc Childhood Development at University of South Wales do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Childhood Development at University of South Wales?
84% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Childhood Development at University of South Wales?
The typical offer is CCC at A level. The average entrant had 107 UCAS points.