The BA (Hons) Youth Work & Community Practice with Foundation Year at the University of Central Lancashire is designed for aspiring professionals passionate about empowering young people and fostering community development. You will explore critical areas such as youth work policy, safeguarding, and contemporary issues affecting young people, preparing you for impactful roles in a dynamic sector. This undergraduate degree is ideal if you seek to understand and address the challenges and opportunities within youth and community settings, building a strong foundation for a rewarding career.
This full-time, on-campus programme is studied over four years, including an integrated foundation year to build essential academic skills. Throughout your studies, you will engage in practical learning through placements, gaining hands-on experience in youth work and community settings. You will develop your skills in areas like youth dialogue, policy analysis, and community engagement, culminating in a dissertation in your final year. You will graduate with a professionally recognised qualification, ready to pursue diverse career paths in youth work, community development, and related social support roles.