BA (Hons) YOUTH WORK

University of East London

Bachelor's degree

Blended learning in London

£ 9,250 VAT inc.

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Methodology

    Blended

  • Location

    London

  • Duration

    3 Years

  • Online campus

    Yes

  • Delivery of study materials

    Yes

  • Support service

    Yes

  • Virtual classes

    Yes

The BA (Hons) in Youth Work is delivered within the School of Education and Communities which has a reputation for teaching excellence, industry connections and real-world relevance that appeals to applicants aspiring to make a difference in their communities and in the lives of young people.
As well as a blend of on campus and online learning, this vocational programme entails 800 hours of work-based learning. Significant time is spent on placement, where you will develop your skills and knowledge by undertaking supervised work with young people aged between 11 and 25 years old.
The programme provides you with the platform, skills, experience, knowledge and a qualification to progress a career in the youth and community sector and associated fields.

Facilities

Location

Start date

London
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Docklands Campus, University Way, E16 2RD

Start date

On request

About this course

On completing the BA (Hons) in Youth Work course, you will be able to:

demonstrate critical analysis and evaluation of theory, policy and practice issues relating to youth and community work
critically engage with research and current debate on leadership, professionalism and accountability in the provision and management of children and young people’s services
demonstrate critical awareness of current debates in the field of youth and community work
develop the skills and critical understanding of the reflective practitioner in order to create courses of personal and social education
experience significant and challenging opportunities for professional development through youth and community fieldwork placements and beyond
critically evaluate the impact of policy on youth provision and practice
challenge oppressive and discriminatory discourses and practices within a value base of social justice and human rights.

Due to the need to provide appropriately supervised work-based learning opportunities, places on this course are limited. Just to be accepted onto our programme therefore is a massive achievement, and should serve you well in furthering a rewarding career in youth work.
Because we’re the principal youth work training provider in east London, you can rest assured that you’ll be in very safe hands when it comes to finding a job after graduating and making a difference in the community.
We have strong links with local youth work agencies and employers, who have known and trusted us and our students for many years. You can find employment with a range of employers, including local authority youth services, education departments, voluntary organisations, churches and other community-based groups.
Many jobs are project based, covering specific aspects such as poverty, education, homelessness, drugs, sexual health, advisory work, community arts, outdoor pursuits and regeneration, plus work with targeted groups such as refugees, young offenders or young people at risk of exclusion from school.

Must include passes at A2 in at least two subjects.
Extended Diploma or Diploma
Diploma with 25 points including a minimum of 15 points at Higher Level.

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Subjects

  • Project
  • Mental Wealth
  • Community Work
  • Professional Skills
  • Youth and Community Work
  • Working in Communities
  • Build Professional
  • Educational Relationships
  • Exploring Social Worlds
  • Social Policies impacting Children

Course programme

YEAR 1
  • Mental Wealth: Academic and Professional Skills for Life 1 (Core)
  • Introduction to Youth and Community Work (Core)
  • Preparation for Working in Communities - Part One (Core)
  • Preparation for Working in Communities - Part Two (Core)
  • Communication for Helping Build Professional and Educational Relationships (Core)
  • Exploring Social Worlds (Core)
YEAR 2
  • Mental Wealth: Academic and Professional Skills for Life 2 (Core)
  • Social Policies impacting Children, Young People and Families or Youth Crime and Gangs Policy (One of two options)
  • Work Based Learning Setting 1 - Part 1 Research Project proposal (Supervised Placement Module) (Core)
  • Work Based Learning Setting 1- Part Two Research Project Outcomes (Supervised Placement Module) (Core)
  • Safeguarding Practice in a Digital Age (Core)
  • Identity and Social Justice (Core)
YEAR 3
  • Leading and Managing in Children, Young People and Families Services (Core)
  • Work Based Learning Setting 2 – Part 1 Intervention Project Proposal (Supervised Placement Module) (Core)
  • Work Based Learning Setting 2 – Part 2 Intervention Project Delivery (Supervised Placement Module) (Core)
  • Work Based Learning Setting 2 – Part 3 Intervention Project Evaluation(Supervised Placement Module) (Core)
  • Work Based Learning Setting 2 – Part 4 Mental Wealth: Academic and Professional Skills for Life 3 (Core)
Choose one option from:
  • Targeted Interventions
  • Radio Project
  • Alternative Education Provisions
  • Engaging Young People Through Outdoor Education

Additional information

UCAS CODE - L535

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BA (Hons) YOUTH WORK

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