MA Childhood and Youth Studies Full-time

Are you passionate about working with children and young people and ready to advance your career? This flexible postgraduate degree in childhood and youth studies could be the perfect next step for you. Depending on the pathway you choose, you'll graduate with one of the following MA qualifications: Taught by professionals with experience working with children and young people, the course explores theoretical perspectives on childhood and youth within interdisciplinary contexts, while critically examining current legislation, policy, and practice. You’ll evaluate organisational structures that promote the welfare, health, wellbeing, and learning of children and young people, analyse political issues affecting them, and develop research skills for advanced social science projects. The MA Childhood and Youth Studies is ideal for those pursuing careers in:

IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component) — standard University of Sunderland requirement (source: sunderland.ac.uk/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements)

International students: £19,000 per year

UK students: £9,250 per year

UK/Home: £9,250 per year

International: £19,000 per year

October 2026 Full-timeOctober 2026 Part-time

No fixed deadline — apply at least 6 months before your start date via the University's direct application portal.

• On campus, United Kingdom