Working With Children, Young People and Families (BA Hons)

Welcome to the Working With Children, Young People and Families (BA Hons) at Birmingham Newman University.

We are thrilled that you have chosen to study with us.

Coming to university is a big step and we are confident that your learning on our programme will provide an excellent foundation for when you graduate and go on to serve your communities.

Timetable

Semester 1

Week beginning 22/09/2025

Monday: 10am to 1pm
Tuesday: 10am to 1pm
Thursday: 9am to 12pm

Full details of your individual academic timetable, including Semester 2 timetable which may differ, will be available via your university email calendar after you have completed online enrolment and set up your student login

Pre-induction activities

We would like you to keep up to date with societal issues in current affairs by reading high-quality e-newspapers such as The Guardian or The Independent, and formulating your views on news stories about education, society, or cultural matters (topics such as: poverty, discrimination, housing and education etc.).

Think about (and keep a journal if you want to) your reactions to such stories; how did the stories make you feel and why? And try to consider why you might have had the reaction you did. What has influenced your view of those topics in the media?

Induction day

Thursday 18 September
9:30am to 12pm
Room: DA001

IMPORTANT: Please bring your photo ID with you to complete the ID verification check for Student Finance confirmation.

Your teaching team

Dr. Claire Monk is the Programme Leader can be contacted by email: c.monk@staff.newman.ac.uk.

Keith Bishop is a Senior Lecturer for Working With Children, Young People and Families and he can be contacted by email: k.a.bishop@staff.newman.ac.uk or by telephone: 0121 387 4749.

Dan Whisker is a Senior Lecturer for Working With Children, Young People and Families, and is an experienced university lecturer with current and relevant real-world practice and research expertise in the field of working with children, young people and their families.

If there is anything about your degree that you’re unsure of or would like to discuss, please do get in touch.

Module delivery

(WWU432) Voice and Participation

Mondays: 10am to 1pm
with Keith Bishop

(WWU433) Theory and Critical Thinking

Tuesdays 10am to 1pm
with Dan Whisker and Claire Monk

(WWU431) Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

with Keith Bishop

Thursdays 9am to 12pm

Paying your student fees

Online enrolment

Welcome Week Services Fair – Your Chance to Meet the Teams

As part of your induction to Birmingham Newman University, our Services Fair is your opportunity to meet the teams who will support you throughout your studies and explore the services available to help you succeed.

Dates & Times

1 September – 11am – 2pm
4 & 5 September – 11:30am to 1pm
15, 17, 18 & 19 September – 11am to 2pm

Note: The Students’ Union Welcome Fair will take place on 16 September – see their website for more details.

You’re welcome to drop in and take part on any of the fair dates — it doesn’t have to be the day of your induction.

Chat with Careers about your future plans, grab some sweets and an employability bag, and register on My Career for a chance to win a £25 Amazon voucher.
Make a badge with our Environmental Officer, download the OurNewman app to spin the wheel and win a prize, and join the Library for Q&A activities and their Prize Every Time Lucky Dip.
Advice & Wellbeing will be offering stress tests, sound therapy, and an Affirmation Station, while E-Learning invites you to take their “Who You Gonna Call?” quiz for a prize draw entry.
Try the Sport team’s exercise bike challenge and visit the Chaplaincy to choose the “word of the day” and share some positivity.

And that’s just the start — there’ll be many more services, activities, and opportunities to explore each day of the fair. Come along, get involved, and make the most of what’s on offer!

The Disability & Inclusion team and the Advice & Wellbeing team will be holding drop-in sessions on campus from 15–19 September.

Drop-in sessions: Dates & Times

15 September – 11am to 2pm: DW102 (Dimple – Disability & Inclusion)
16 September – 11am to 2pm: DW101 (Jas – Advice & Wellbeing)
17 September – 11am to 2pm: DW102 (Jas – Advice & Wellbeing)
18 September – 11am to 2pm: CH116 (Jas – Advice & Wellbeing)
19 September – 11am to 2pm: CH004 (Dimple – Disability & Inclusion)

No appointment needed – just drop in for advice, support, and guidance

Access services and support throughout your degree

At Birmingham Newman, you’re never alone. We’re here to support you at every stage, whether it’s academic guidance, wellbeing support, or career advice.

Here are some of the ways we can help:

Academic support – Help with assignments and study skills
Wellbeing services – Mental health support, counselling, and wellbeing resources
Career services – CV advice, placements, and future career planning
Student finance advice – Guidance on tuition fees, funding, and budgeting
Disability support – Tailored support and adjustments for your needs
International support – Help with visas and cultural adjustments