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Glyndwr University, Wrexham: Youth and Community Studies
| Institution | Glyndwr University, Wrexham View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Social and Life Sciences |
| Web | http://www.glyndwr.ac.uk |
| enquiries@glyndwr.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01978 293439 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
The MA Youth and Community Studies programme is a post-qualifying course, providing an opportunity to develop further academic skills and enquiry in the field of youth and community work.
The Youth and Community Studies course is designed for practitioners who already hold a JNC professional qualification, or for those who have previously studied youth work, community development or youth studies and would like to progress their studies at postgraduate level.
Supported by tutors with experience of conducting research in the field, students on the course will work towards generating research that will have implications for youth work policy and practice, helping to shape professional identity within the sector and improve youth work provision for young people.
The youth and community department at Wrexham Glyndwr University is regarded as the "home of youth work in Wales", having offered education and training to the youth and community sector for more than 41 years. As such the department has excellent links with employers across North Wales, North West England, and the Midlands, and it works in partnership with organisations across the statutory, voluntary and third sector.
Graduates from the programme are employed in a range of settings from the local authority, voluntary and community sector, and education providers across England, Wales and internationally. Our graduates have gained employment in the British Council, traditional youth and community settings, school-based projects, play work, work with young carers, work with young offenders, supported living settings, anti-poverty and regeneration work, and drug and alcohol work to name but a few.
Delivered through a blended learning approach students will start each semester with an introductory residential weekend at our Wrexham Campus**, and then continue learning online with support from dedicated tutors – allowing you to study around home and work commitments.
*Subject to validation As part of its continuous quality assurance and enhancement, the University has new and updated courses in development. The details of these courses are in the process of being finalised and are awaiting their turn in the approval cycle, known as the ‘validation’ process. As soon as the programmes are validated the details of the course will be confirmed. The majority of new courses that are still ‘subject to validation’ are approved by their validation process; however, this is not guaranteed and should the course not go ahead as planned, or be significantly amended, you will be informed by the university and assistance will be provided to those who have been offered a place to find a suitable alternative course either at Wrexham Glyndwr University or at another provider.
**cost of accommodation, if required, is not included in student fees and needs to be met by the student
Master of Arts - MA (PG)
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | The academic requirements for the course are a good honours degree or appropriate professional qualification.
Previous experience of 200 hours in a youth and community work setting is required and must be evidenced. This can be gained in voluntary or paid work within the field of youth and community work. The programme team are able to advise students regarding volunteering and practice experience opportunities if required.
All applicants considered suitable will be interviewed, with those with disabilities or from relevant courses automatically being offered an interview.
International applicants are welcome with relevant experience, qualifications and English language proficiency.
Some modules will require you to be working in, or have access to, a suitable youth and community work practice environment in order for you to contextualise your learning and complete the assessments.
You may be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance (previously known as CRB) so that a check can be made on your suitability for working with children and/or vulnerable adults should you be conducting research with these groups. |
| Location | Wrexham Plas Coch Wrexham LL11 2AW |
Fees
| Channel Islands | 2650 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Republic of Ireland | 2650 GBP for Year 1 |
| England | 2650 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 2650 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 2650 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 2650 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | The academic requirements for the course are a good honours degree or appropriate professional qualification.
Previous experience of 200 hours in a youth and community work setting is required and must be evidenced. This can be gained in voluntary or paid work within the field of youth and community work. The programme team are able to advise students regarding volunteering and practice experience opportunities if required.
All applicants considered suitable will be interviewed, with those with disabilities or from relevant courses automatically being offered an interview.
International applicants are welcome with relevant experience, qualifications and English language proficiency.
Some modules will require you to be working in, or have access to, a suitable youth and community work practice environment in order for you to contextualise your learning and complete the assessments.
You may be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance (previously known as CRB) so that a check can be made on your suitability for working with children and/or vulnerable adults should you be conducting research with these groups. |
| Location | Wrexham Plas Coch Wrexham LL11 2AW |
Fees
| England | 5940 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 5940 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 5940 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 5940 GBP for Whole course |
Wrexham Glyndŵr University
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