22Jun
Undergraduate This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.
Goldsmiths, University of London has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
This programme is underpinned by a commitment to social justice and equalities, and allows you to combine the academic study of the social sciences, with the opportunity to apply your newfound skills and knowledge in the real world. You will study everything from social work and criminology to mental health, youth work, and community development. You will also specialise in your areas of interest through a range of optional modules, including youth justice, global youth work, and international development. The programme will also enable you to develop your understanding of the social sciences by participating in a number of work placements. The Social and Community Work programme offers both opportunities for vocational experience and a foundation in a range of employment fields (the housing sector, mental health services, criminal justice, community development, working with young people and management responsibilities in the social and public sectors) and will equip students to work with people in a range of contexts or to qualify in their chosen field of interest at post-graduate level. On this programme you will:
- Develop your academic and professional rigour by exploring a range of theoretical perspectives, and their practical applications
- Learn to critically engage with policy, particularly as it affects vulnerable people from a wide range of social, cultural, and economic backgrounds
- Have the opportunity to develop your transferable skills and knowledge which will contribute to your personal and career development.
- Explore reflective and reflexive practice, and build your confidence and competence to work independently and as a member of a team
- Enhance your critical understanding of equality, diversity, citizenship, and democracy and develop your ability to creatively address these in community contexts.
Modules
The curriculum draws on a wide range of intellectual resources, academic disciplines, and teaching methods, and will help you to develop the skills needed to work in different settings and organisations. You will engage in group work and participative learning, which will allow you to practice and apply what you learn in a very real sense with tutors and other students. Year 1 In your first year, you will take the following compulsory modules: Introduction to Community Development and Youth Work Introduction to Group Work Introduction to Applied Social Science Introduction to Advanced Research Methods Race, Racism and Professional Practice Criminology, Law and Rights Social Work with Children and Families Identity, Agency & Environment 2 Year 2 In your second year, you will study the following compulsory modules, as well as one option module from the list below. Compulsory modules: Group Work in Theory Group Work in Practice Theory, Policy and Politics Applied Research Methods 2 Mental Health, Trauma and Society Personal and Professional Development Community Development in Context OR Youth Work in Context Option Modules: Arts in the Community Global Youth Work and International Development Youth Justice Religion, Belief and Spirituality in Professional Practice The Goldsmiths Elective Year 3 In your third year, you will study the following compulsory modules, and take one option module from the list below. Compulsory modules: Social Justice in Community Development and Youth Work Management and Leadership Critical Engagement with Social Policy Dissertation Housing and Homelessness Work Placement Option modules: Faith-based Youth Work Enterprise in Communities Conflict Transformation Please note that due to staff research commitments not all of these modules may be available every year.
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- L541
- Institution code:
- G56
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - CC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
T Level - Pass (C and above)
We welcome students with a range of educational experiences. If you believe you may not meet the standard qualification requirements we would still encourage you to apply because we consider all aspects of your application when making a decision.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | With a 6.0 in writing and no element lower than 5.5 |
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Additional fee information
To find out more about fees and funding, please check our undergraduate fees guidance or contact the Fees Office https://www.gold.ac.uk/ug/fees-funding/
Provider information
Goldsmiths, University of London
New Cross
Lewisham
SE14 6NW