Course Overview

One in eight children is now diagnosed with a mental illness, while many more experience signs and symptoms of mental ill health. If you want to work in children’s services offering support to children, young people, and their families experiencing mental health problems, this progressive degree is for you.

Professionals in this sector are finding increasing numbers of children accessing services because of their mental health needs. Our child and adolescent mental health and well-being degree ask ‘why’? It delves into how we should address this crucial issue and how we can make treatment accessible.

Examine key Government policies and explore interventions to understand what methods work. Weigh up the strengths and weaknesses of cross-discipline approaches to treatment and support.

You’ll boost your employability with practical work experience during this evidence-based program of study. Or perhaps you’ll use your degree as a foundation for further study.

General Eligibility

Typical offer 104-112 UCAS Tariff points. No specific subjects are required. We are happy to accept IB qualifications that achieve the required number of UCAS Tariff points.

Access to Higher Education Diploma 45 credits at Level 3, for example, 9 credits at Distinction and 36 credits at Merit or 15 credits at Distinction and 30 credits at Merit. The required total can be attained from various credit combinations.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• International students require IELTS 6.0, with a score no lower than 5.5 in each individual component, or an equivalent English language qualification.