Faculty of Environmental & Urban Change | YORK UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts in Children Childhood and Youth

Toronto, Canada

DEGREE TYPE

DURATION

LANGUAGES

English

PACE

APPLICATION DEADLINE

EARLIEST START DATE

STUDY FORMAT

On-Campus

Key Summary

About: The Bachelor of Arts in Children Childhood and Youth focuses on understanding the development and experiences of children and young people. The program emphasizes theoretical perspectives and practical skills, preparing students to engage with various communities and support the well-being of children. It covers topics like childhood sociology, psychology, and ethical practices in child welfare.

Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers in diverse fields such as social work, education, child protection, and community development. Potential roles include youth worker, early years educator, and policy advocate in children's services.

Understand the human condition from the perspectives of young people. Our program takes a child-centred and children's rights-based approach to this relatively new field of study. You will explore the many facets of global childhoods from award-winning faculty members and distinguished researchers.

Our interdisciplinary and humanities-based approaches include courses from sociology, psychology, literature, history, anthropology, and human rights and equity studies. You will gain knowledge, skills and experience for working in child- and youth-focused settings and organizations. This program also opens doors to further study, including advocacy work, counselling, education, health and wellness, international development and much more.

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