Youth and Community Studies MA (PG)
Wrexham Glyndwr University
Key Course Facts
Course Description
The MA 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 University is regarded as the “home of youth work in Wales”, having offered education and training to the youth and community sector since 1977. 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.
- Delivered through a blended learning approach, students will start each semester with an introductory residential weekend at our Wrexham Campus, then continue learning online with support from dedicated tutors. This approach is ideal for those who are looking to study around home and work commitments.
Key course features:
- Flexible delivery through a blended learning approach, with a residential experience at the beginning of each semester, followed by online learning and face-to-face support with tutors as required.
- Further develop your academic research skills to critically analyse the underpinning philosophy of youth work and its values and principles, whilst conducting your own research.
- Option to tailor your learning to suit your specialist area of practice and interests through negotiated learning and research.
- Support from tutors with experience of conducting research in the field.
- Work towards generating research that will have implications for youth work policy and practice.
- Successful completion may lead to further study at PhD level.
Entry Requirements / Admissions
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.
Costs
Tuition Fees Youth and Community Studies MA (PG)
| Channel Islands | £2650 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | £2650 | year 1 |
| England UK | £2650 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £2650 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £2650 | year 1 |
| Wales | £2650 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Billed annually for 3 years
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
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FAQ about Youth and Community Studies MA (PG) Wrexham Glyndwr University
- Tuition fees for this programme are 2650 per year for UK students. In addition to the tuition fees you should also take into consideration the average monthly cost of living for students in the UK.
- If you are interested in online courses go to our list of all online degree programmes to study Childhood and Youth Studies.