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BA (Hons) Community Development and Youth Work (endorsed route)
Bolton
INTAKE: September
Program Overview
The program combines theoretical insights with hands-on practice, helping students develop critical thinking, advocacy, leadership, and interpersonal communication skills. It prepares graduates for a career that supports individuals and groups in achieving their full potential through community-based work. This endorsed route also ensures that students meet professional youth work standards, making them eligible for recognized roles in youth and community sectors upon graduation.
Curriculum: The curriculum is structured to offer both foundational and advanced knowledge in areas such as youth engagement, community empowerment, social policy, safeguarding, diversity and inclusion, and group work theory. Students explore modules like Youth Work Practice, Community Development Theories, Social Justice and Equality, Ethics and Professional Practice, and Program Planning. Practical placements are integral to the course, allowing students to apply their learning in real-world settings. These work-based experiences are carefully supervised and contribute significantly to the development of practical competencies required in the field.
Research Focus: The University of Greater Manchester emphasizes research-informed teaching, and the program reflects current developments in community and youth studies. Faculty members are engaged in research addressing youth inequality, community resilience, mental health, and policy reform. Students are encouraged to engage with contemporary academic debates, evaluate existing practices, and conduct their own small-scale research or community projects, particularly in the final year dissertation or capstone project.
Industry Engagement: This program has strong ties to local authorities, voluntary organizations, NGOs, and national youth services, ensuring that students benefit from up-to-date practices and sector expertise. Guest speakers, practitioner-led workshops, community projects, and placements ensure that students connect academic learning with real-world practice. These partnerships also provide valuable networking opportunities and often lead to graduate employment within the community and youth work sectors.
Global Perspective: The course adopts an inclusive and international perspective, addressing global youth and community challenges such as migration, inequality, human rights, and global citizenship. Students are encouraged to think critically about cultural diversity, international policy frameworks, and global community development strategies. The diverse student body, combined with opportunities for comparative studies and potential international placements, ensures graduates leave with a strong awareness of how community and youth work operates within a global context.
Location
Bolton
Score
IELTS 6
Tuition Fee
£ 15950
Undergraduate Entry Requirements
Academic Qualifications: Applicants should have successfully completed their secondary education with a minimum overall score of 60% 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.
- PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 59.
- Some programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.
The University of Greater Manchester offers a variety of scholarships to support international students in financing their education. These scholarships are designed to reward academic excellence and assist students in pursuing their studies in the UK.
Global Futures Scholarships: The university provides the Global Futures Scholarships, which offer financial support to international students. These scholarships are available to both undergraduate and master's students holding an offer for full-time study on campus in Manchester.
Graduates from the BA (Hons) Community Development and Youth Work (endorsed route) at the University of Greater Manchester are well-equipped with the practical skills, theoretical knowledge, and professional qualifications needed to pursue meaningful careers in youth engagement, social advocacy, and community empowerment. The program’s professional endorsement ensures graduates are prepared for roles that directly impact young people and marginalized communities in the UK and beyond.
Youth Worker: Supporting the personal, social, and emotional development of young people through structured programs, mentoring, and outreach activities in youth centres, schools, or community settings.
Community Development Officer: Working alongside local communities to identify needs, design initiatives, and empower residents to influence decisions that affect their lives.
Social Inclusion Officer: Promoting equality and inclusion by developing programs that engage disadvantaged or marginalized individuals, helping to reduce social barriers.
Family Support Worker: Assisting families facing challenges such as poverty, housing insecurity, or mental health issues by connecting them with relevant services and support systems.
Education and Outreach Coordinator: Planning and delivering community education programs, workshops, and campaigns to promote social awareness, health, and civic engagement.
Youth Justice Worker: Collaborating with justice agencies to support young people involved in or at risk of entering the criminal justice system, focusing on rehabilitation and positive development.
Safeguarding Officer: Ensuring that vulnerable children and young people are protected from abuse, harm, or neglect by implementing safeguarding procedures and policies.
Charity/NGO Worker: Contributing to the work of non-profit organizations focused on youth services, homelessness, substance abuse, refugee support, or global development.
Policy and Advocacy Officer: Influencing public policy by conducting research, developing campaigns, and advocating for systemic change in areas like youth rights, education, or mental health.
Mental Health Support Worker: Working with young people or community members facing emotional and psychological challenges, providing early intervention and facilitating access to mental health resources.
