Social Science, Community Development and Youth Work BA (Hons)

This programme is ideal if you have some experience of community and youth work. Challenging, dynamic and interactive, it presents opportunities for critical reflection and exploration of recent developments in the field. <br/><br/><br/>- The BA Social Science, Community Development and Youth Work enables students to examine practice with young people and communities through the lens of the main social science perspectives.<br/><br/><br/>- Combining academic study in the social sciences with fieldwork placements in community development and youth work, the programme will enable you to develop as a youth and community development worker equipped for the particular contexts and challenges of the twenty-first century.<br/><br/><br/>- The programme is underpinned by a commitment to social justice and equalities and provides opportunities to specialise in areas such as youth offending, community arts, faith-based practice, conflict transformation, international development and community enterprise.<br/><br/><br/>**Why study BA Social Science, Community Development & Youth Work at Goldsmiths**<br/>- Youll undertake placements in several community and youth work settings, and will gain invaluable experience that will enhance your employability. <br/><br/><br/>- The degree can lead to careers in the broad community development, community and youth work field in statutory, voluntary and independent sectors. <br/><br/><br/>- Our lecturers have extensive experience in the community and youth work sector, and work closely with you to maximise your potential. <br/><br/><br/>- Youll learn how to analyse relevant theoretical concepts and social policies, and how to link them to practical situations and your personal practice. <br/><br/><br/>- Youll attend a three-day residential module in the January of the first year, where youll get to know other students and staff, while participating in programmed activities. <br/><br/><br/>- Teaching methods encourage maximum student participation, and include lectures, seminars, group and individual tutorials, group work training meetings, workshops, and practical exercises. <br/><br/><br/>**Our graduates**<br/>Former students have gone on to work as community development workers, substance misuse workers, and youth workers in a range of settings, including schools and youth offending teams.<br/><br/>The degree is professionally recognised by the National Youth Agency (NYA) and endorsed by the Endorsement and Quality Standards Board for Community Development Learning.

Goldsmiths are one of London's most central universities, it takes 10 minutes to get to London Bridge by train or 15 to get to Shoreditch. All undergraduate teaching happens on their friendly single-site campus. Enjoy London without missing out on a campus experience. Their undergraduate accommodation is also on campus, or just a short walk away.<br/><br/>The library is open 24/7, nearly every day of the year. Goldsmith's campus also has a large outdoor green space - perfect for seeing friends. Industry-standard facilities include media suites, research labs, and design studios. But don't just take their word for it, 9 out of 10 of Goldsmith's graduates are in work or further study after graduating (GOS 2017-18).<br/><br/>They're ranked in the world's top 500 (THE World University Rankings 2022), 18th for Art and Design, 12th for Media and Communications, and 44th for Sociology (QS World University Subject Rankings 2022). Many of their subjects are ranked 1st or joint 1st for research intensity too!<br/><br/>Get in touch today to find out more!