Working with Children, Young People and Families (1 year top-up)
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 1 Year
- Mode
- Full-time
- Subject
- Social Work
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- SEP 2026
Overview
Top up your foundation qualifications to degree level in one year – developing the skills, knowledge and confidence to work professionally with children, young people and families.
Entry requirements
You need one from • Foundation Degree Working with Children, Young People and Families from Sheffield Hallam University • Foundation degree in a relevant discipline or 240 credits in health or social care related studies, 120 should be at level 4 and 120 should be at level 5.
You also need at least 400 hours of relevant experience of working with children, young people or families in a paid or voluntary capacity, and a reference from a current or recent employer or educational institution.
We will assess your previous qualification to confirm its comparability and suitability for entry to
English language requirements
| IELTS | 6.5 overall, no part below 5.5 |
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If English is not your first language you will need an IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills, or a
Fees
UK students: £9,790 for the course
UK/Home: £9,790 for the course
Start dates
September 2026
Application deadline
Apply via UCAS. The equal consideration deadline is at 6pm. Late applications are accepted via UCAS until 30 June 2027.
Campus
- Collegiate Campus, United Kingdom
Where you will study
Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom
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