Drawing on the research traditions of Youth, this course has wide application within the field of social/informal education, education, sociology, criminology, politics and psychology.
You will be joining a course that explores the most significant social, cultural and economic changes that affect the lives of young people today, and engages with contemporary debates that explain and theorise young people’s lives.
This course is approved and endorsed by the National Youth Agency.
You may want to become a (JNC) Professionally Recognised Youth Worker or gain a Masters level postgraduate qualification, or both! This course will provide you with an opportunity to both study and work in Children and Young People Services across differing settings and contexts giving you the freedom to guide your career the way you want to.
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Top reasons to choose NTU
1) Gain a nationally recognised qualification
This course is approved and endorsed by the National Youth Agency, and is mapped against the National Occupational Standards for Youth Work (2019)
2) Choose your preferred pathway
You have the option of choosing a work-based or supervised practice pathway, which you can choose depending on your career plans.
3) Open doors to your future career
In addition to working in youth services, graduates may also consider careers in education, charities, and other local, national, and international organisations.
Lejla Musanovic (MA Youth Work Leadership and Practice) tells us her top five reasons to study at NTU.
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Postgraduate study
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Postgraduate Masters scholarships
We are delighted to offer a number of postgraduate scholarships to help you with your tuition fees. Find out the eligibility criteria and how to apply.
Accommodation
We make accommodation easy. Our halls of residence are secure, inclusive of all bills, and within easy reach of campuses and amenities, giving you more time to focus on your studies, settling in, and making friends.
Postgraduate careers support
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