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Childhood Studies – (M.Sc.)
The University of Edinburgh
College of Humanities & Social Science
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 7,482 - ≈ € 13,937 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Edinburgh / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Languages: | English | ||
Location of The University of Edinburgh
This intensive, interdisciplinary postgraduate: * Provides an advanced understanding of how theories, policies and practice conceptualise 'childhood' * Gives opportunities for critical review and analysis of how well policies meet the rights of children * Provides the opportunity to develop skills in research and consultation with children and young people
Learning Outcomes Upon completion of the course, you will be able to:
* evaluate a range of conceptual frameworks of "childhood", "child development" and "children's rights", across academic disciplines;
* discuss critically the key principles of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child;
* evaluate particular areas of legislation, policy and practice that affect children;
* undertake direct research and consultation with children and young people.
Graduates go on to work in research, policy and practice posts, at local, national and international levels. The degree is also recognised as providing the research training necessary to progress to PhD study
Contents
Course sessions typically provide an introduction to the topic, structured discussion and student involvement. The core courses use additional methods such as observation or participation in policy activities, video and media, and e-learning. Students are expected to undertake independent study, including attendance at relevant University seminars and external events.
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Applicants should normally have at least a second class honours degree, or an undergraduate degree at an equivalent level, including elements related to one of the main disciplinary areas represented in the degree-scheme.
Eligibility from outside the UK is based on the National Academic Recognition Information Centre scheme used by British universities. In the absence of these qualifications, employment or other educational experience giving evidence of intellectual ability of an equivalent standard will be considered.
English Language Requirements
* IELTS 6.5 (with 6.0 in each section)
* TOEFL 580 (with 55 in each section and 4.0 in TWE)
* TOEFL 237 in CBT (with 21 in each section)
* TOEFL-iBT 92 (with at least 20 in each section)
* CPE Grade B or higher
* CAE Grade A
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade A (Score: 80) |
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