Part time
2 years
Contact University
MA - Master of Arts
Community Development Youth Development Youth Work Community Work
Taught
Advanced professional programme which responds to the demands of the field to produce an enhanced current and critical exploration of youth work, community learning and development practice.
For those looking to enhance their leadership or managerial profile within youth work, the programme contributes to their strategic development and extends the learning.
Why study youth work at postgraduate level?
This exciting advanced programme of study responds to the demands of the field to produce an enhanced current and critical exploration of youth work and community learning and development practice. It is a professional development route leading to a widely recognized postgraduate level qualification in these fields.
If you can demonstrate that you are able to work at postgraduate level are interested in developing critically reflective responses to range of education and learning challenges and keen to mix rigorous academic study with reflective practice, then this programme is ideal for you.
Two year part-time course
The programmes will have relevance for those looking to enhance their leadership and managerial profile within the field, contribute to the strategic development of their agencies and extend the depth and breadth of learning experiences with young people and in local communities.
Possession of a highly regarded qualification at postgraduate level will enhance prospects of promotion into management and leadership roles.
The MA offers preparation for a wide range of enhanced career opportunities.
What does studying the PG Diploma MA involve?
It operates in two-day blocks (10-12 hours of teaching per block) approximately two/three times a term. These teaching blocks are replaced with individual supervision and self-directed study when MA students start to write their dissertation.
Assessment is continuous throughout the programme by means of written academic work and practice assessments.
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The College encourages and welcomes applications from all students able to benefit from the programmes offered. We consider all applications individually and take into account academic qualifications and professional experience. The usual entry requirement is the possession of a first degree (2.ii or above), you must also be able to demonstrate: The ability to reflect critically upon your experience and learn from it; The capacity to participate in the learning process of the programme; The ability to work constructively with the experience of others; The commitment to work for equal opportunities and justice for all; The ability to manage different aspects of your life; The ability to communicate effectively both face-to-face and in writing; You are working in an appropriate practice environment to the necessary level for the qualification you are applying for; You have a satisfactory current DBS (CRB) check with enhanced disclosure.