University of Warwick launches new BA (Hons) Child and Family: Mental Health degree

The university said that the students will gain practical skills and knowledge that they can immediately apply in their current or future roles, whether in social work, healthcare, education, early intervention, family support, or voluntary sectors and this degree is of equal value for those not yet working with children and families.

The University of Warwick in the UK has launched its new BA (Hons) Child and Family: Mental Health degree.

Professor Will Curtis, Deputy Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Education at The University of Warwick, said: “The Centre for Lifelong Learning has been at the forefront of flexible and learner-centred provision in the UK for well over 30 years. Its courses have transformed the lives of so many people in the local area and beyond. This new programme offers a fantastic opportunity for local adults to join one of the top universities in the world and develop the knowledge, skills, experiences and confidence to progress in their careers and wider lives. It is taught by staff who have the expertise and empathy to support adults back into studies. The programme has been designed to maximise flexibility so that prospective students are able to fit their studies around family and work commitments.”

“This exciting and rewarding degree is aimed at anyone who is passionate about supporting children and families in areas relating to mental health and health and wellbeing. This degree is carefully designed to meet the needs of our learners, regardless of their previous academic background and ensures a flexible learning approach that works for everyone," said Course Director, Dr Charlotte Jones.

BA (Hons) Child and Family: Mental Health Degree Details

The new program has been designed to fit the students who want to work with children and families or the ones who are already doing that, the program will help them to make a positive impact on the mental health and well-being of children, families, and communities.

University of Warwick in the top 1% for THE rankings sustainability category

The University of Warwick is in the top 1% of institutions in a key sustainability ranking published by (THE) Times Higher Education. The overall rank for the University is in the top 10% of institutions worldwide.

Professor Stuart Croft, Vice-Chancellor and President of The University of Warwick commented, "The UN Sustainable Development Goals are integral to our long-term vision, embedded in every aspect of our operations. Our goal is to expand our research and education programmes, leveraging our ties with industry and society to address the real-world implications of sustainable development and the practical challenges it entails."

“Our collaboration with governments, major corporations, and local businesses has been particularly successful, helping them advance towards sustainable development. This effort has placed us in the top 1% of universities globally in the Partnership for the Goals category. While this is a significant achievement, there is still much more to be done," Professor Stuart Croft.

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