Children's Studies
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This program provides unique and applied training that is not available anywhere else in Europe. The Arts (Children’s Studies) program provides students with the knowledge, confidence, and transferable skills to identify their preferred career path. Students in this program are expected to work with children from the very first semester and throughout the four years, including a semester-long placement, thus mixing the academic experience with practical work. Graduates will be well-placed to pursue careers in community development work, as integration support assistants (special needs assistants), and research, as well as to gain entry to postgraduate degrees in primary teaching, play therapy, social work, speech and language therapy, health promotion, arts administration, and public advocacy. This program is an excellent choice for students who would like to pursue a career as primary school teachers, as it also includes an option to study Gaeilge as part of the program (optional). Our graduates are very successful in applying to the PME (primary school teaching) as well as to other professional postgraduate degrees in social work and play therapy, largely due to the significant service learning and work placement experience they accumulate throughout the degree.
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Both EU/EEA and non-EU/EEA citizens have to pay a student contribution fee of maximum €3,000 year for student services. Eligibility for Free Fees Initiative is available for EU students. Students may apply to SUSI for a grant towards their student contribution or tuition fees. Students must satisfy the Garda/police vetting requirements.
Application deadline for EU students is February 1.
Admissions Requirements
High School Diploma with a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0 Unweighted. Minimum SAT of 1090 (Evidence-Based Reading and Writing 560, Math 530) or an ACT of 21 to gain entry. If available, Advanced Placement Tests - Grade 3 or above in at least two tests (preferably three tests). Students will also need to submit a personal statement and two references to support their application.
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Galway
Ireland
- Full Time
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- Bachelors
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