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University of Bristol

Bristol , England ,United Kingdom

BSc Childhood Studies with Study Abroad

This course focuses on policy and the rights of children and young people from birth to 19 years, exploring contemporary debates within a global context. Our research-based teaching includes the expertise of lecturers from related disciplines, including education, psychology, sociology, social work and law.

You will consider childhood in the contexts of families, peers and society at both a national and international level. Topics of study include children’s rights, development, education, therapeutic work with children, safeguarding, youth justice, and child and adolescent psychology, among others.

Years one and two are identical to the three-year BSc Childhood Studies. In the first year you will develop a solid understanding of the social, psychological and historical constructions of childhood. In subsequent years you can choose optional units from a wide range of subjects, allowing you to pursue different routes through the degree to develop the career path that is right for you.

In year three you will be able to study overseas at one of our partner institutions before returning to Bristol to complete your final year. To find out more about where you can study abroad visit Global Opportunities.

The interdisciplinary nature of this course makes it ideal for students from a range of different backgrounds who want to develop a holistic understanding of childhood. Our graduates go on to careers in areas as diverse as education, children’s therapy, social work, law and social justice, children’s charities, government and the civil service.

Campus Information

Clifton

Intakes

  • Sep

Application Processing Time in Days: 21

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Our graduates are highly employable, and we're one of the most targeted universities by leading UK employers. You'll be joining a network of talented alumni, developing careers in over 190 countries worldwide.

Our Careers Service offers a range of services to support you.

  • Our staff can help you explore your options, develop your employability skills and make successful job applications.
  • Online resources to help you research employers, browse job vacancies and practise for employer selection activities.
  • Dedicated resources for international students and postgraduate students.
  • Advice on postgraduate study options and funding.
  • Access to the Careers Service remains free for three years after you graduate.

PSW Opportunity

2 years PSW

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

  • A-level Standard offer A*A*A  including A* in Mathematics and A in another mathematics-related subject, or A*AA including A*A (in any order) in Mathematics and Further Mathematics.
  • A-level Contextual offer What is a contextual offer? AAA including Mathematics and another mathematics-related subject, or AAB including AA in Mathematics and Further Mathematics
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma Standard offer 40 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 7 at Higher Level in Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) and 6 at Higher Level in another mathematics-related subject
India
  • We understand that the majority of candidates from India have been taught in English throughout their education. CBSE or CISCE English at 70-80% or above can be accepted in lieu of another English test such as IELTS.
  • Entry requirements for our undergraduate programmes will vary depending on the course you wish to apply for, your Year 12 examination board, and subjects taken.
  • Typical offers for CBSE and CISCE range from 80% (equivalent to ABB at A-level) to 90% (equivalent to A*AA at A-level)

You can apply for undergraduate courses through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). The UCAS institution code for the University of Bristol is BRISL B78.

Entry requirements vary for each course. Please check our undergraduate course listings for details of specific requirements.

Applicants will need to meet the English language requirements for their chosen course. Different courses need different levels of language skills, referred to as ‘profiles’. The required profile will be shown on the course page. Find out more about our English language profiles.

We understand that the majority of candidates from India have been taught in English throughout their education. CBSE or CISCE English at 70-80% or above can be accepted in lieu of another English test such as IELTS.

Entry requirements for our undergraduate programmes will vary depending on the course you wish to apply for, your Year 12 examination board, and subjects taken.

Typical offers for CBSE and CISCE range from 80% (equivalent to ABB at A-level) to 90% (equivalent to A*AA at A-level). If you would like advice relating to your specific qualification, please contact us.

LLB Law applicants

We are pleased to note that Bristol’s LLB Law degree is recognised by the Bar Council of India.

Profile A

IELTS Academic for UKVI from authorised test centres only (otherwise see English language proficiency tests):

7.5 overall with 7.0 in all skills

Profile B

IELTS Academic for UKVI from authorised test centres only (otherwise see English language proficiency tests):

UG: 7.0 overall with 7.0 in writing and 6.5 in all other skills

PG: 7.0 overall with 6.5 in all skills

Profile C

IELTS Academic:

6.5 with 6.5 in all skills

Profile D

IELTS Academic:

6.5 overall with 7.0 in reading and writing, with no score below 6.0

Profile E

IELTS Academic:

6.5 overall with no score below 6.0

Profile F

IELTS Academic:

6.0 overall with either listening or speaking at 6.5, with no score below 6.0

Profile G

IELTS Academic:

6.5 overall with 7.0 in reading and listening, and no score below 6.0

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