Childhood Studies MA
University of Leeds
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 20 graduates of Childhood Studies MA at University of Leeds for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Economics.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Economics
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Economics at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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| Median salary | £32000 | £36000 | £48000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £28000 - £35500 | £27500 - £45000 | £36500 - £63000 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Economics
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £27884 | £27717 | £35530 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £23465 - £32837 | £21492 - £35900 | £25913 - £47649 |
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Course Description
This innovative MA in Childhood Studies offers a unique sociological focus seeking to understand the lives of children and young people in different social, cultural, participatory and geographical contexts. Drawing on the new social studies of childhood and youth, the course enables you to develop a holistic understanding of children and young people and their everyday lives.
Modules have been developed using the theory and history of Childhood Studies, the practice and research experience of staff who teach on the course and the latest research in the field. Core modules will give you a sound knowledge of concepts and approaches in the study of childhood, but you’ll also be able to choose optional modules to suit your interests and career aspirations.
Research Insight
MA Childhood Studies is taught in collaboration with the Centre for Inclusion, Childhood and Youth, bringing together researchers from across the University who have an interest in research with children and young people. We have a particular focus on participatory research methods with children and young people, which underpins all areas of our research and teaching.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Childhood Studies MA at University of Leeds
| 30% | Administrative occupations |
| 25% | Secretarial and related occupations |
| 15% | Media Professionals |
| 10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 5% | Librarians and Related Professionals |
| 5% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
| 5% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Grading Distribution
Students of the course received the following grades
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees taught
- no components less than 6.0
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- 6.0
- Graduate Degrees research
- no components less than 5.5
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
- No components less than 5.5
A bachelor degree (hons) with a 2:1 or non-UK equivalent in a relevant discipline. We will consider applicants with alternative qualifications and experience on an individual basis.
English language requirements: IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any component.
Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
University Rankings
Positions of University of Leeds in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Leeds in related subject specific rankings.
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- #70
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NTU Rankings by Subject
[Published 11 July, 2023]
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About University of Leeds
The University of Leeds is a government funded research university based in Leeds, West Yorkshire, England. The main campus is situated approximately one mile north of Leeds city centre, and is also close to the popular student neighbourhoods of Hyde Park, Woodhouse, and Headingley.
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Student composition of University of Leeds
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Leeds by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 26410
- postgraduates:
- 10335
- Total:
- 36745
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| Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) |  UCAS Tariff |
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Childhood Studies with Quantitative Research Methods MSc | University of Bristol | - | - | - | £9250 | £23900 | - | Bristol | On campus Full-time |
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History of Childhood MA (Res) | University of Huddersfield | - | - | - | £2420 | £8000 | - | Huddersfield | On campus Part-time |
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Childhood Studies with Innovation MSc | University of Bristol | - | - | - | £9250 | £27200 | - | Bristol | On campus Full-time |
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Childhood Studies MA | University of Essex | - | - | - | £10000 | £21700 | - | Colchester | On campus Full-time |
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Education (Early Childhood Studies) MA | University of Huddersfield | - | - | - | £6900 | £17600 | - | Huddersfield | On campus Full-time |
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Childhood Studies PgDip | University of Suffolk | - | - | - | £8496 | £12996 | - | Ipswich | On campus Full-time |
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Childhood Studies PgDip | Swansea University | - | - | - | £5800 | £12200 | - | Swansea | On campus Full-time |
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Education (Early Childhood Studies) MA | Bath Spa University | - | - | - | £4298 | - | - | Bath | On campus Part-time |
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Childhood in Society MA | The University of Warwick | - | - | - | - | - | - | Coventry | On campus Part-time |
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Childhood Studies MA | University of Leeds | - | - | - | - | - | - | Leeds | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
NTU ranking
- Published:
- 11 July, 2023
