BA (Hons) Mathematics and Childhood & Youth

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants should have successfully completed their secondary education with a minimum overall score of 75% or equivalent in their respective country's grading system.

English language proficiency: 

• IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.0 or 6.5 with no individual component below 5.5.
• TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 80, with at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 17 in Speaking, and 20 in Writing.
• PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 59 with no individual score below 51.
• Some programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Liverpool Hope University offers various scholarships and financial support options to international students, recognizing their academic excellence and potential. These scholarships aim to make higher education more accessible and affordable for international students. 

International Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international undergraduate and postgraduate students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement. The scholarship is worth up to £2,000 and is awarded based on academic merit.

Vice-Chancellor's International Attainment Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to high-achieving international undergraduate students who have achieved exceptional academic results. The scholarship is worth up to £3,000 and is based on academic performance.

Partnership Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University has established partnerships with various institutions worldwide. Through these partnerships, international students may be eligible for specific scholarships or fee reductions when applying to Liverpool Hope University. 

Country-Specific Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University offers scholarships tailored to students from specific countries or regions. These scholarships may vary in terms of eligibility criteria, funding amount, and application process.

External Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University encourages international students to explore external scholarship opportunities offered by governments, organizations, and foundations in their home countries or other sources. The university provides guidance and support to students in identifying and applying for these external scholarships.

It is important to note that the availability, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines for scholarships may vary from year to year.

Graduates of the BA (Hons) Mathematics and Childhood & Youth program from Liverpool Hope University possess a unique combination of mathematical proficiency and understanding of childhood and youth development, making them well-suited for a variety of career opportunities in education, social services, research, and related fields.

Mathematics Educator: Graduates can work as mathematics educators, teaching mathematics to children and youth in primary or secondary schools. They use their mathematical knowledge and understanding of child development to design engaging and effective lessons, support students' mathematical learning, and promote mathematical literacy among children and youth.

Youth Worker: Graduates may pursue careers as youth workers, supporting the social, emotional, and educational development of young people in community settings, youth organizations, or schools. They provide guidance, mentorship, and support to young people, organize educational and recreational activities, and advocate for youth rights and well-being.

Educational Researcher: Graduates can work as educational researchers, conducting research on mathematics education, child development, or youth issues. They design research studies, collect and analyze data, and disseminate findings to inform educational policies, practices, and interventions aimed at improving children's and youth's learning outcomes and well-being.

Social Worker: Graduates may pursue careers as social workers, working with children, youth, and families to address social, emotional, and behavioral challenges. They assess clients' needs, develop support plans, and provide counseling, advocacy, and referral services to promote children's and youth's safety, stability, and well-being.

Child and Youth Advocate: Graduates can work as child and youth advocates, advocating for the rights and interests of children and youth in various contexts, including education, child welfare, and juvenile justice systems. They raise awareness of children's and youth's issues, lobby for policy changes, and support initiatives aimed at improving children's and youth's access to quality education, healthcare, and social services.

Family Support Worker: Graduates may pursue careers as family support workers, providing support and assistance to families with young children or adolescents. They offer parenting education, family counseling, and practical assistance to help families navigate challenges and build strong, supportive relationships that promote children's and youth's well-being and development.

Early Childhood Educator: Graduates can work as early childhood educators, teaching and caring for young children in preschools, daycare centers, or early childhood programs. They create nurturing and stimulating environments, plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities, and support children's early learning and social-emotional development.

Youth Development Specialist: Graduates may work as youth development specialists, designing and implementing programs and initiatives that promote positive youth development, leadership skills, and civic engagement. They collaborate with schools, community organizations, and youth-serving agencies to create opportunities for young people to learn, grow, and thrive.

Community Organizer: Graduates can work as community organizers, mobilizing communities to address social issues affecting children and youth, such as poverty, inequality, and educational disparities. They engage community members, build partnerships, and advocate for policies and programs that promote children's and youth's well-being and opportunities for success.

Policy Analyst: Graduates may pursue careers as policy analysts, analyzing policies and regulations related to children's and youth's issues, such as education, child welfare, or juvenile justice. They assess policy impacts, develop policy recommendations, and advocate for evidence-based policies that support children's and youth's rights, opportunities, and well-being.