This captivating area of study considers the influences that shape children’s development and learning, their personalities, and the critical periods that will shape their journeys to adulthood. Under the guidance of expert tutors, you will draw on perspectives from the fields ofpsychology, sociology, education, health, law and science, and gain practical experience working with children and their families. You will explore areas including: • being, belonging and becoming • child development • inclusive practice • working with children and families • perspectives on childhood and children’s lives