BA(Hons) Youth Studies: University of East London

About the programme

Youth Studies at UEL addresses current and relevant topics which effect young people and those who work with them. The programme is underpinned by good practice in the field, diversity, empowerment and rights and responsibilities in working with young people. The programme is innovative, providing students with knowledge for the future; providing options for specialist career choices and specialisms.

Career opportunities

A degree in Youth Studies from UEL will show a prospective employer that you have developed critical skills in the field, that you have a rounded knowledge of current and historical issues which affect young people and that you are able to be a thoughtful practitioner, and that you have also developed transferable practical skills in researching, writing and presenting.

Career paths: unqualified youth and community worker positions in private, national companies; local authorities and national government; jobs in regeneration zones with a community or youth focus.

Admission requirments

• Applicants need 200 UCAS tariff points.
• Students may be admitted through Accreditation of Experiential Learning (AEL) or Accreditation of Certificated Learning (ACL) processes.
• In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 5.5 (or equivalent) is required.  International qualifications will be checked for appropriate matriculation to UK Higher Education undergraduate programmes.