Developmental and Therapeutic Play, MA / PGDip / PGCert 12 months Postgraduate Programme By Swansea University |TopUniversities
Subject Ranking

# 251-300QS Subject Rankings

Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

19,200 GBPTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Education and TrainingMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Education and Training

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Gain an advanced understanding of how children learn and develop through play with our Master’s degree in Developmental and Therapeutic Play.



You will explore evidence-based practice in play across a range of professional contexts, combining in-depth theory with fieldwork experience.



This includes how the environment and social interactions support children’s growing repertoire of play skills, with a particular emphasis on the inherent value of children’s self-directed play experiences.



Throughout your studies, you will refine critical research and analytical skills valued by employers and develop professional reflective practice techniques.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Education and Training

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Gain an advanced understanding of how children learn and develop through play with our Master’s degree in Developmental and Therapeutic Play.



You will explore evidence-based practice in play across a range of professional contexts, combining in-depth theory with fieldwork experience.



This includes how the environment and social interactions support children’s growing repertoire of play skills, with a particular emphasis on the inherent value of children’s self-directed play experiences.



Throughout your studies, you will refine critical research and analytical skills valued by employers and develop professional reflective practice techniques.

Admission Requirements

2.7+
6.5+
88+
To apply for this course you will need a minimum of a second class honours UK (2.2) degree or above in a related discipline.
We also welcome non-graduate applications if you have relevant work experience. (Please email the programme manager for individual advice).
 
The MA Developmental and Therapeutic Play programme has a 30 hour voluntary placement element to one of the modules.  If you choose to do the 30 hour voluntary placement, you will need to apply and pay for a DBS when on the course (please see additional costs section).

1 Year
Sep

Domestic
9,100 GBP
International
19,200 GBP

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