Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Studies (Honours)

About this programme

Study the development of children and youth, including how they grow, learn and navigate their communities, through interdisciplinary perspectives and applied learning experiences. Through this program, you can earn direct entry into Trent’s Bachelor of Education. At Trent Durham GTA, you'll explore child and adolescent development through sociological, psychological, Indigenous, and educational perspectives while building the practical skills needed to support young people in schools, community organizations, and other professional settings. Add an Option to your Child and Youth Studies degree to explore an additional area of interest Learn to teach a wide variety of curricula and subjects – an important skill for all elementary and intermediate school teachers. If you’re planning on pursuing your B.Ed., this option provides you with a range of education-relevant courses in math, sciences, the arts, and more. Have a budding interest in drawing, photography, film or graphic arts? Express yourself with this option and study the visual arts through both theory and practice. In addition to workshop classes in drawing, photography, film, and other visual media, you can take courses in theoretical, historical, and contemporary issues in the visual arts from a range of departments. This option is particularly appropriate for future primary and secondary school teachers. The ability to think creatively, write effectively, and craft interesting stories are extremely valuable skills for any degree major to possess. Through workshops and writing assignments, this fun and practic