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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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Full Time
23-SEP-24
3 Years
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Main Site
Full time
23-SEP-24
3 Years
This programme is ideal if you have some experience of community and youth work. Challenging, dynamic and interactive, it presents opportunities for critical reflection and exploration of recent developments in the field. - The BA Social Science, Community Development and Youth Work enables students to examine practice with young people and communities through the lens of the main social science perspectives.- Combining academic study in the social sciences with fieldwork placements in community development and youth work, the programme will enable you to develop as a youth and community development worker equipped for the particular contexts and challenges of the twenty-first century.- The programme is underpinned by a commitment to social justice and equalities and provides opportunities to specialise in areas such as youth offending, community arts, faith-based practice, conflict transformation, international development and community enterprise.
Why study BA Social Science, Community Development & Youth Work at Goldsmiths- You'll undertake placements in several community and youth work settings, and will gain invaluable experience that will enhance your employability. - The degree can lead to careers in the broad community development, community and youth work field in statutory, voluntary and independent sectors. - Our lecturers have extensive experience in the community and youth work sector, and work closely with you to maximise your potential. - You'll learn how to analyse relevant theoretical concepts and social policies, and how to link them to practical situations and your personal practice. - You'll attend a three-day residential module in the January of the first year, where you'll get to know other students and staff, while participating in programmed activities. - Teaching methods encourage maximum student participation, and include lectures, seminars, group and individual tutorials, group work training meetings, workshops, and practical exercises.
Our graduatesFormer students have gone on to work as community development workers, substance misuse workers, and youth workers in a range of settings, including schools and youth offending teams.The degree is professionally recognised by the National Youth Agency (NYA) and endorsed by the Endorsement and Quality Standards Board for Community Development Learning.
Exam type
A levelA level:
CC Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
CCCCC Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
MPP Grades / Points required
T Level:
Pass (C and above) Grades / Points required
You should have one year's full-time (or two years' part-time) work experience (paid or voluntary) in a related field. In some cases it may be possible to admit applicants on the basis of practical experience alone, provided that evidence of this experience is presented at interview.
You should have one year's full-time (or two years' part-time) work experience (paid or voluntary) in a related field. In some cases it may be possible to admit applicants on the basis of practical experience alone, provided that evidence of this experience is presented at interview.
Pass with 45 Level 3 credits including a number of distinctions/merits in subject specific modules. You should also have one year's full-time (or two years' part-time) work experience (paid or voluntary) in a related field. In some cases it may be possible to admit applicants on the basis of practical experience alone, provided that evidence of this experience is presented at interview.
You should have one year's full-time (or two years' part-time) work experience (paid or voluntary) in a related field. In some cases it may be possible to admit applicants on the basis of practical experience alone, provided that evidence of this experience is presented at interview.
Each application will be considered on its individual merits. Where the T Level subject area does not directly match the degree programme being applied for, the personal statement and reference will be particularly important in demonstrating interest, enthusiasm and suitability for the subject.You should have one year's full-time (or two years' part-time) work experience (paid or voluntary) in a related field. In some cases it may be possible to admit applicants on the basis of practical experience alone, provided that evidence of this experience is presented at interview.
Students living in
England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
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£9,250 per year
Students from Scotland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
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£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Channel Islands
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19,640 per year
Students from International
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