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BA Education Studies (Youth and Community Work) at University of Hull - UCAS

University of Hull

Degree level: Undergraduate

BA Education Studies (Youth and Community Work)

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Course summary

Engage your passion for education and a fairer society with this innovative degree programme. Designed to give you the skills you need to make a difference in today’s complex and evolving educational landscape, expect to learn about educational processes, systems and approaches within cultural, societal and political contexts. You'll build your experience with work placements and project-based learning, study towards Forest School accreditation, and gain the nationally recognised professional Youth Work qualification (JNC) alongside your degree. Key topics include youth justice, safeguarding, trauma-informed practice, and community engagement. By blending theory and practice, you’ll develop essential skills to challenge inequalities, amplify youth voices, and foster social inclusion. Why study at Hull?

  • Specialise in what interests you: Gain a core understanding of educational studies as well as specialising in your chosen pathway.
  • Gain hands-on experience: Put the theory into practice on work placements and in our Forest School Training Centre..
  • Study abroad: Boost your employability by studying abroad at one of our partner universities, gaining a global understanding of educational practices.
Where could this take me? With extensive support from experts and hands-on opportunities, this course prepares you for a rewarding career in youth and community work. You'll graduate with the skills to empower young people, amplify their voices, and make a difference in communities. Many graduates take up a role in teaching, educational administration and management, while others pursue a research role in an educational setting, or work with training and caring organisations. You can also go on to further study with this recognised route to PGCE and education-related postgraduate courses.

Modules

Core modules include: Ethical Dilemma and the Moral Maze Education, Power and Knowledge Social Justice and Social Change Leadership and Professional Management Communities of Practice Optional modules include: Representations and Realities: The Media, Diversity and Difference Issues and Interventions in Youth and Community Work Introduction to English Language Teaching Working Therapeutically and Inclusively with Children with SEND

Assessment method

You'll be assessed through a combination of written, practical and coursework assessments throughout your degree. Written assessment typically includes exams and multiple choice tests. Practical is an assessment of your skills and competencies. This could include presentations, school experience, work experience or laboratory work. Coursework typically includes essays, written assignments, dissertations, research projects or producing a portfolio of your work.


How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
X305
Institution code:
H72
Campus name:
The University of Hull
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Applicants must also have GCSE English Language/Literature at Grade C/4 Applicants with other qualifications are welcome to apply.

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6This course requires IELTS 6.0 overall, with at least 5.5 in each skill. For other English language proficiency qualifications accepted by the University please visit www.hull.ac.uk
Institution's Own Test60% overall (with minimum 55% in each skill)

Please click below for a list of the English language qualifications we accept.

https://www.hull.ac.uk/Choose-Hull/Study-at-Hull/Admissions/English-language-requirements.aspx


Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Republic of Ireland £9535 Year 1
England £9535 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9535 Year 1
Scotland £9535 Year 1
Wales £9535 Year 1
Channel Islands £9535 Year 1
International £17500 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
BA Education Studies (Youth and Community Work) at University of Hull - UCAS