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1st
in the UK for teaching in Childhood and Youth Studies
National Student Survey 2025
Gold
highest award for teaching excellence
Teaching Excellence Framework 2023
13th
overall in the UK for Childhood and Youth Studies
Complete University Guide 2026
Develop the skills you need to prepare for your career
Go beyond the classroom
Analyse the fast-changing landscape of working with young children
Built-in placements
Practice placements let you apply your academic learning to real-world situations
Prepare for your career
Graduate with a Department of Education recognised qualification
Practice-focused courses
Give you the confidence and experience needed to succeed in your profession
Childhood courses
Discover degrees that provide you with the skills to work within specialist settings
Our Childhood courses let you explore different areas of interest as you gain practical experience that will enhance your ability and confidence as a professional.
Select a learning level
All
Undergraduate
Postgraduate
Foundation Options
BA (Hons) Childhood Studies
Develop your effectiveness as a skilled Early Years practitioner with the support of a team of our experienced and expert teaching staff.
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BA (Hons) Childhood Studies
3 years full time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
X310
Investigate, understand and analyse the fast-changing landscape of working with young children
Pursue specialisms that allow you to centre your learning around your passions
Gain practical experience in different early years settings
Provide a firm foundation for a career within educational settings
View course details
of BA (Hons) Childhood Studies
BA (Hons) Childhood with Therapeutic Play
Learn to work with children in a variety of settings and contexts with a focus on utilising therapeutic play approaches.
View details
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BA (Hons) Childhood with Therapeutic Play
3 years full time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
X320
Investigate, understand and analyse the fast-changing landscape of working with children
Develop your understanding of and skills in utilising therapeutic play approaches
Pursue specific pathways that allow you to centre your learning around your passions and interests
Gain practical experience in real-world environments
View course details
of BA (Hons) Childhood with Therapeutic Play
BA (Hons) Children’s Health and Wellbeing
Explore underlying causes of children’s health and boost your career opportunities by developing your skills in this growing area.
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BA (Hons) Children’s Health and Wellbeing
3 years full-time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
X380
Be encouraged to take a holistic approach to children’s health
Learn from expert practitioner with vast experience in Childhood Studies
Master skills in an area of growing need – boosting your employment opportunities
View course details
of BA (Hons) Children’s Health and Wellbeing
BA (Hons) Childhood Studies with Integrated Foundation Year
Build your academic knowledge and confidence before your Childhood Studies degree begins.
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BA (Hons) Childhood Studies with Integrated Foundation Year
4 years full time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
X316
Investigate, understand and analyse the fast-changing landscape of working with young children
Pursue specialisms that allow you to centre your learning around your passions
Gain practical experience in different early years settings
Provide a firm foundation for a career within educational settings
View course details
of BA (Hons) Childhood Studies with Integrated Foundation Year
BA (Hons) Childhood with Therapeutic Play with Integrated Foundation Year
Build your academic knowledge and confidence before your Childhood Studies with Therapeutic Play degree begins.
View details
Quick view
BA (Hons) Childhood with Therapeutic Play with Integrated Foundation Year
4 years full time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
X326
Develop your academic skills on an integrated foundation year
Investigate, understand and analyse the fast-changing landscape of working with children
Develop your understanding of and skills in utilising therapeutic play approaches
Pursue specific pathways that allow you to centre your learning around your passions and interests
View course details
of BA (Hons) Childhood with Therapeutic Play with Integrated Foundation Year
BA (Hons) Childhood Studies Level 6 Top Up
Gain your full BA Honours degree with this flexible and accommodating top-up course.
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BA (Hons) Childhood Studies Level 6 Top Up
1 years full time or 2 years part time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
X314
Convert your foundation degree to a full BA degree
Investigate, understand and analyse the fast-changing landscape of working with young children
Pursue specialisms that allow you to centre your learning around your passions
Provide a firm foundation for a career within educational settings
View course details
of BA (Hons) Childhood Studies Level 6 Top Up
MA Advanced Professional Practice
This innovative and flexible course for experienced professionals meets your professional CPD requirements as you to take a tailored route towards a full MA degree.
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MA Advanced Professional Practice
Part time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
Meet your professional CPD requirements as you gain credits towards a full MA degree
Explore your specific areas of interest
Develop your future career opportunities in a variety of professional roles
Study on a flexible course that fits around your current career
View course details
of MA Advanced Professional Practice
MA Practice Based Play Therapy (taught at the University of Chichester by APAC)
APAC are delighted to offer this course in partnership with the University of Chichester. Train to be a fully qualified, integrative Holistic Play Therapist with our new part time, 4 year course.
View details
Quick view
MA Practice Based Play Therapy (taught at the University of Chichester by APAC)
4 years, part-time
Bognor Regis Campus and Online
Clear pathway to becoming a licensed Play Therapist
Comprehensive curriculum covering theory and practice of play therapy
Course is accredited by leading professional bodies in the field
Be taught by leaders in the field of play therapy
View course details
of MA Practice Based Play Therapy (taught at the University of Chichester by APAC)
Institute of Education and Social Sciences
Learn more about our Childhood degrees
Watch video
Excellent levels of support
Learn from lecturers who know you by name
Our dedication to smaller classes allows our caring teaching staff to really get to know you and how best to help you thrive.
Our experienced Childhood team are invested in your personal and academic development and provide excellent levels of 1-1 support throughout your studies.
Lecturers React to Thank You Letters
Listen to Krisha’s letter to Becky Edwards, Senior Lecturer in Childhood, Social Work and Social Care, as she thanks her for all the support she's received throughout her degree.
Beyond the classroom
Explore the concept and structure of Childhood across all areas of society
Our Childhood degrees offer you the opportunity to understand the structures and role of learning beyond the traditional classroom setting.
Childhood and Early Years study options
Explore specialist study options to enhance and enrich your learning
Our Childhood and Early Years courses are recognised by the Department for Education and built around the latest developments within the sector, with options to study modules in play creativity and expression, child development, children’s media.
Graduate Practice Competencies
Increase your career opportunities with built in Graduate Practitioner option
We are one of only 22 universities in the UK to offer a Graduate Practitioner Competencies module within your three years of study for our Early Childhood courses, to professionally showcase your high level of skill when working with young children and develop your employability prospects.
Centre for Workforce Development
Discover a range of short professional development courses
The Centre for Workforce Development acts as a hub for associated research, applied research, consultancy, knowledge transfer and continuing professional development (CPD) activity within Childhood.
Learn more
Integrated support
Gain vital professional insight and dedicated support from highly-experienced staff
We ensure that our Childhood students are fully supported throughout their degree to prepare them for a highly-rewarding and challenging profession, with integrated tutorial and peer mentoring programmes to help guide you through the process.
Work placements
Specialised work placement options to given you vital real-world experience
Many of our courses across Childhood offer built-in practice placement options in quality settings across the South of England. This helps you to gain vital experience in your respective field and make invaluable connections.
Expert teaching staff
Learn from highly-experienced expert teaching staff
Becky Edwards
Senior Lecturer
Becky is a qualified primary school teacher and has specialised in teaching children with special educational needs and disabilities in the early years.
View all Childhood staff
See our courses
Related subjects
Social Work
Explore degree courses that equip you with the necessary professional skills to thrive within the field of Social Work.
View details
of Social Work
Education
Discover degrees that provide you with the professional skills to work within specialist settings across Education.
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of Education
Our address
University of Chichester,
College Lane,
Chichester,
West Sussex, PO19 6PE
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Contact us
(+44) 01243 816000
help@chi.ac.uk
For visits
(+44) 01243 816000
Campus tours
visitus@chi.ac.uk
Open Days & Applicant Days
studyhere@chi.ac.uk
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Skip to content
Home
Childhood
Childhood
Unlock your potential as you explore how children develop, learn and play
See our courses
Childhood
Unlock your potential as you learn how children develop, learn and play
See our courses
1st
in the UK for teaching in Childhood and Youth Studies
National Student Survey 2025
Gold
highest award for teaching excellence
Teaching Excellence Framework 2023
13th
overall in the UK for Childhood and Youth Studies
Complete University Guide 2026
Develop the skills you need to prepare for your career
Go beyond the classroom
Analyse the fast-changing landscape of working with young children
Built-in placements
Practice placements let you apply your academic learning to real-world situations
Prepare for your career
Graduate with a Department of Education recognised qualification
Practice-focused courses
Give you the confidence and experience needed to succeed in your profession
Childhood courses
Discover degrees that provide you with the skills to work within specialist settings
Our Childhood courses let you explore different areas of interest as you gain practical experience that will enhance your ability and confidence as a professional.
Select a learning level
All
Undergraduate
Postgraduate
Foundation Options
BA (Hons) Childhood Studies
Develop your effectiveness as a skilled Early Years practitioner with the support of a team of our experienced and expert teaching staff.
View details
Quick view
BA (Hons) Childhood Studies
3 years full time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
X310
Investigate, understand and analyse the fast-changing landscape of working with young children
Pursue specialisms that allow you to centre your learning around your passions
Gain practical experience in different early years settings
Provide a firm foundation for a career within educational settings
View course details
of BA (Hons) Childhood Studies
BA (Hons) Childhood with Therapeutic Play
Learn to work with children in a variety of settings and contexts with a focus on utilising therapeutic play approaches.
View details
Quick view
BA (Hons) Childhood with Therapeutic Play
3 years full time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
X320
Investigate, understand and analyse the fast-changing landscape of working with children
Develop your understanding of and skills in utilising therapeutic play approaches
Pursue specific pathways that allow you to centre your learning around your passions and interests
Gain practical experience in real-world environments
View course details
of BA (Hons) Childhood with Therapeutic Play
BA (Hons) Children’s Health and Wellbeing
Explore underlying causes of children’s health and boost your career opportunities by developing your skills in this growing area.
View details
Quick view
BA (Hons) Children’s Health and Wellbeing
3 years full-time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
X380
Be encouraged to take a holistic approach to children’s health
Learn from expert practitioner with vast experience in Childhood Studies
Master skills in an area of growing need – boosting your employment opportunities
View course details
of BA (Hons) Children’s Health and Wellbeing
BA (Hons) Childhood Studies with Integrated Foundation Year
Build your academic knowledge and confidence before your Childhood Studies degree begins.
View details
Quick view
BA (Hons) Childhood Studies with Integrated Foundation Year
4 years full time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
X316
Investigate, understand and analyse the fast-changing landscape of working with young children
Pursue specialisms that allow you to centre your learning around your passions
Gain practical experience in different early years settings
Provide a firm foundation for a career within educational settings
View course details
of BA (Hons) Childhood Studies with Integrated Foundation Year
BA (Hons) Childhood with Therapeutic Play with Integrated Foundation Year
Build your academic knowledge and confidence before your Childhood Studies with Therapeutic Play degree begins.
View details
Quick view
BA (Hons) Childhood with Therapeutic Play with Integrated Foundation Year
4 years full time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
X326
Develop your academic skills on an integrated foundation year
Investigate, understand and analyse the fast-changing landscape of working with children
Develop your understanding of and skills in utilising therapeutic play approaches
Pursue specific pathways that allow you to centre your learning around your passions and interests
View course details
of BA (Hons) Childhood with Therapeutic Play with Integrated Foundation Year
BA (Hons) Childhood Studies Level 6 Top Up
Gain your full BA Honours degree with this flexible and accommodating top-up course.
View details
Quick view
BA (Hons) Childhood Studies Level 6 Top Up
1 years full time or 2 years part time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
X314
Convert your foundation degree to a full BA degree
Investigate, understand and analyse the fast-changing landscape of working with young children
Pursue specialisms that allow you to centre your learning around your passions
Provide a firm foundation for a career within educational settings
View course details
of BA (Hons) Childhood Studies Level 6 Top Up
MA Advanced Professional Practice
This innovative and flexible course for experienced professionals meets your professional CPD requirements as you to take a tailored route towards a full MA degree.
View details
Quick view
MA Advanced Professional Practice
Part time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
Meet your professional CPD requirements as you gain credits towards a full MA degree
Explore your specific areas of interest
Develop your future career opportunities in a variety of professional roles
Study on a flexible course that fits around your current career
View course details
of MA Advanced Professional Practice
MA Practice Based Play Therapy (taught at the University of Chichester by APAC)
APAC are delighted to offer this course in partnership with the University of Chichester. Train to be a fully qualified, integrative Holistic Play Therapist with our new part time, 4 year course.
View details
Quick view
MA Practice Based Play Therapy (taught at the University of Chichester by APAC)
4 years, part-time
Bognor Regis Campus and Online
Clear pathway to becoming a licensed Play Therapist
Comprehensive curriculum covering theory and practice of play therapy
Course is accredited by leading professional bodies in the field
Be taught by leaders in the field of play therapy
View course details
of MA Practice Based Play Therapy (taught at the University of Chichester by APAC)
Institute of Education and Social Sciences
Learn more about our Childhood degrees
Watch video
Excellent levels of support
Learn from lecturers who know you by name
Our dedication to smaller classes allows our caring teaching staff to really get to know you and how best to help you thrive.
Our experienced Childhood team are invested in your personal and academic development and provide excellent levels of 1-1 support throughout your studies.
Lecturers React to Thank You Letters
Listen to Krisha’s letter to Becky Edwards, Senior Lecturer in Childhood, Social Work and Social Care, as she thanks her for all the support she's received throughout her degree.
Beyond the classroom
Explore the concept and structure of Childhood across all areas of society
Our Childhood degrees offer you the opportunity to understand the structures and role of learning beyond the traditional classroom setting.
Childhood and Early Years study options
Explore specialist study options to enhance and enrich your learning
Our Childhood and Early Years courses are recognised by the Department for Education and built around the latest developments within the sector, with options to study modules in play creativity and expression, child development, children’s media.
Graduate Practice Competencies
Increase your career opportunities with built in Graduate Practitioner option
We are one of only 22 universities in the UK to offer a Graduate Practitioner Competencies module within your three years of study for our Early Childhood courses, to professionally showcase your high level of skill when working with young children and develop your employability prospects.
Centre for Workforce Development
Discover a range of short professional development courses
The Centre for Workforce Development acts as a hub for associated research, applied research, consultancy, knowledge transfer and continuing professional development (CPD) activity within Childhood.
Learn more
Integrated support
Gain vital professional insight and dedicated support from highly-experienced staff
We ensure that our Childhood students are fully supported throughout their degree to prepare them for a highly-rewarding and challenging profession, with integrated tutorial and peer mentoring programmes to help guide you through the process.
Work placements
Specialised work placement options to given you vital real-world experience
Many of our courses across Childhood offer built-in practice placement options in quality settings across the South of England. This helps you to gain vital experience in your respective field and make invaluable connections.
Expert teaching staff
Learn from highly-experienced expert teaching staff
Becky Edwards
Senior Lecturer
Becky is a qualified primary school teacher and has specialised in teaching children with special educational needs and disabilities in the early years.
View all Childhood staff
See our courses
Related subjects
Social Work
Explore degree courses that equip you with the necessary professional skills to thrive within the field of Social Work.
View details
of Social Work
Education
Discover degrees that provide you with the professional skills to work within specialist settings across Education.
View details
of Education
Our address
University of Chichester,
College Lane,
Chichester,
West Sussex, PO19 6PE
View Map
Contact us
(+44) 01243 816000
help@chi.ac.uk
For visits
(+44) 01243 816000
Campus tours
visitus@chi.ac.uk
Open Days & Applicant Days
studyhere@chi.ac.uk
I’m looking for
Courses
Something else