Youth and Community 2017/18 Undergraduate Guide

Youth and Community Work Undergraduate study 2017/18

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An award-winning University

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University of the Year 2013 The University of Huddersfield became the Times Higher Education University of the Year in November 2013. Our particularly ‘bold, imaginative and innovative initiatives’ were noted by the panel.

Queen’s Award The University received the prestigious Queen’s Award for International Trade in 2013, linked to the growth in our international student community.

Queen’s Anniversary Prize In 2015, the University’s role in expanding the global boundaries of new music earned a Queen’s Anniversary Prize, one of the most coveted distinctions in UK Higher Education.

A Four Star University Huddersfield is a four star university rated as ‘highly international, demonstrating excellence in both teaching and research with an excellent environment for students and staff’, as awarded by QS Stars.

Educate North Award The University of Huddersfield won New University of the Year at the Educate North Awards in 2015 which celebrate the crucial role of Higher Education in the North of England.

Athena Swan In 2015, we were recognised for our commitment to gender equality – including the recruitment and career development of female scientists and engineers – by being granted the Athena SWAN Bronze Award.

Read more about all our awards at hud.ac.uk/our-awards

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Welcome to Youth and Community Work If you’re looking to work alongside young people, adults and their communities to support their ongoing development and engagement, then studying with us could be your perfect choice.

Not only that, you’ll also have the opportunity to gain a professionally endorsed qualification alongside your University of Huddersfield award, which could give you the edge when applying for jobs.

Our professional networks help give you access to a wide range of high quality placement opportunities during your studies. This practical focus, coupled with the latest research findings being developed both within our School of Education and Professional Development and the wider academic community, helps to ensure our students are able to equip themselves with the most relevant knowledge and skills needed within the workplace.

By choosing to study with the University of Huddersfield, you’ll join an inspiring, passionate and committed community focused on making your studies as enjoyable, rewarding and productive as possible.

We look forward to welcoming you.

Dr Ann Harris Head of Department for Education and Community Studies

What’s inside Study with us

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Meet us Aysha’s student journey so far Hear how Dr Martin Purcell is taking the long road to becoming inspirational

Our courses

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Placements are a massive part of the course. At the moment I’m on placement more than on campus but you learn so much! I’m currently working in a pupil referral unit facing some really challenging behaviour, however I’ve successfully built up relationships, trust and respect and can really see the difference I’m making to the people I’m working with.

Sienna Miller, Youth and Community Work BA(Hons), placement with Edgerton College, Huddersfield Dr Helen Jones working with students on our Youth and Community Work BA(Hons) course.

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The UK’s only University where all our permanent teaching staff are Fellows of the Higher Education Academy *

Making a difference to the lives of young people, adults and their communities and ensuring their development and wellbeing is both rewarding and worthwhile.

To help you get on the right track you’ll be taught by an outstanding team at the University of Huddersfield. In fact the School of Education and Professional Development has been ranked in the top five in the Guardian Guide for Education 2016 for the sixth year running.

Our courses are continuously developed with the involvement of professional partners from the field of youth and community work. These partners continue to be actively involved in course development through supporting student placements, participating in expert guest lectures and committees. Our staff also bring a wealth of experience and knowledge – many are prominent researchers within the field and are involved in professional networks and groups looking at new policies and development projects.

We’ve also got excellent support mechanisms in place to help you succeed. These include personal academic tutors, pastoral and academic skills support and excellent careers and employment advice to ensure that all your hard work pays off.

An enormous part of your learning takes place whilst on placement.

To help you get the best possible experience we operate an extensive professional network giving you the opportunity to access a wide range of high quality placement providers.

Our professional network includes links with local authorities, youth services, youth offending teams and community centres and offers you real-life experience whilst you’re studying.

When you’re not on placement, you’ll be studying within our well-equipped teaching rooms and open access computing suites all housed in our architecturally award-winning building alongside the Huddersfield Narrow Canal.

We’ve been ranked in the top five in the Guardian Guide for Education 2016 for the sixth year running * Permanent staff, after probation: some recently appointed colleagues will only obtain recognition in the months after their arrival in Huddersfield, once they have started teaching.

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Courses

Youth and Community Work

Graduates employed:

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BA(Hons) This course is endorsed by the National Youth Agency You’ll have the opportunity to explore a whole range of subjects relating to young people in today’s society, including education, learning and development, society and how groups and communities interact, social policy and inclusion. We’ll also support you in expanding your knowledge and understanding of government policies, current theories and strategies relating to young people, including those seeking to prevent child sexual exploitation and violent extremism.

Key information: UCAS code: L530 Duration: 3 years full-time / 4 years part-time Entry requirements: BBC at A Level DMM at BTEC 112 UCAS points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications Additional criteria: GCSE English grade C or above Enhanced DBS check Experience of working on a paid or voluntary basis, with young people or community groups

A significant amount of your learning takes place whilst you’re on placement to help you gain the skills required by employers. In fact you’ll benefit from around 800 hours of practical, handson experience in a diverse

*Percentage of graduates from this course who go on to work and/or further study within six months of graduating (Destinations of Leavers Survey) For detailed course information, including full entry requirements, please visit hud.ac.uk/courses

range of settings, which could include youth and community centres and projects, youth theatres, housing associations and organisations working to support young people with alcohol and drug issues.

This course provides a much sought after professional Youth Work qualification endorsed by the National Youth Agency (nya.org.uk) and recognised by the Joint Negotiating Committee for Youth and Community Work.

This qualification allows you to consider a wide range of careers, including working with families, in youth offending teams, housing associations, and organisations supporting people with alcohol and drug issues.

Michelle Sharples, graduated Youth and Community Work BA(Hons) 2015, now Alcohol Recovery Worker at Lifeline Kirklees “The placement opportunities were a big plus for this course, giving you the chance to explore the various aspects of working in the field and the kinds of jobs that are available after graduation. The practical experiences I gained on placement helped me with my classroom-based learning and vice versa.

The teaching staff were also incredibly supportive.”

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My student journey so far

Aysha Perveen Youth and Community Work BA(Hons)

“I’m the first in my family to come to university and I can’t believe what a difference it’s made to me. I’m so much more confident and independent and feel like I’ve gained the skills to work with people from all sorts of different backgrounds. I’m really proud of what I’ve achieved already!

young adults as I connect with them well. My placements however have really opened my eyes. I’ve been able to work alongside young offenders and my current placement is working with young people with learning difficulties. Both have been a real challenge and it’s made me realise just how many different opportunities are open to me.

“I’ve always wanted to become a teacher. I’ve done lots of sporting activities and so know “One of my proudest moments on my course so far has been that I like working with the results I got in my first year. I got a 2:1 overall which is loads better than I expected.

I’m so much more confident and independent This is down to both hard work and the great support I’ve and feel like I’ve gained had from my tutors – they’re the skills to work with always there to help when you people from all sorts of need them. I now feel really different backgrounds. confident about the future and what I can achieve.”

To hear Aysha talk about her student journey

visit hud.ac/profiles

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Your placements will help you put theory into practice, making assignments real and relevant.

They also play a huge part in helping you to decide which area of work you’d like to focus on in the future.

Our students out on placement and studying in the School of Education and Professional Development

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Taking the long road to becoming inspirational

Dr Martin Purcell Senior Lecturer, Department of Education and Community Studies

“My move into teaching was triggered later in my career when I returned to university to complete a Diploma in Community Education.

“Believe it or not I wanted to be a farmer and even studied agriculture at college where my interest in working with communities first started. I based my final year dissertation on Rural Community Development which allowed me to work on loads of different community projects in Canada, Scotland, Wales and back in Yorkshire once I’d graduate. I lobbied, represented and set up action groups to help all sorts of different communities safeguard their local services and amenities.

“Since then I’ve completed my Masters, gone on to complete my PhD and am now a fellow of the Higher Education Academy, sharing inspirational

The greatest reward for me is supporting individuals to develop, progress and finally transform into workready professionals. teaching methods with colleagues around the university. The pursuit of excellence in teaching and learning is absolutely key – we’ve gone as far as exploring the use of gaming and even lego to make ours as creative and engaging as possible.

“The greatest reward for me however is supporting individuals to develop, progress and finally transform into work-ready professionals. Today there are so many opportunities to work alongside young people, their communities and to make a significant difference to their lives – it’s a really exciting time!”

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Apply to us We hope you’ve found all the information you need to inspire you to become a student here at Huddersfield. Now all you need to do is apply.

Applying for full-time courses UCAS If you want to apply for a first (undergraduate) degree, you need to submit your application via UCAS. Go to www.ucas.com If your present school or college is registered with UCAS (chances are they will be) just ask your teacher or careers adviser for help. Once you’ve applied we’ll guide you through the steps towards becoming a student from your application, to your offer and enrolment, so you’ll always know what to do next.

When to apply through UCAS If you’re planning to start your course in Autumn 2017, UCAS will accept your application from 1 September 2016. If you want to defer entry for one year, please ensure this is indicated on your application form.

Make sure your application form is received by UCAS by 15 January 2017 (or even earlier if you’re applying from outside the EU).

Course codes The UCAS website gives you codes for all courses but you’ll also find these with the course details in this brochure. Make sure you enter the right code on your application form.

The institution code for Huddersfield is HUDDS H60.

Applying for part-time courses If you want to apply for one of our part-time courses, you’ll simply need to contact us direct.

Contact us Got a question? Get in touch with us.

Youth and Community Work Tel. +44 (0)1484 478249 Email. sepd@hud.ac.uk @eduhuduni eduhuduni

Important Information This brochure is provided for information only and will not form part of your student contract. For full, up to date details on our courses, including when and how that information may change, visit our website at www.hud.ac.uk/courses

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Come along to our Open Days Thursday 23 June 2016 Wednesday 29 June 2016 Saturday 17 September 2016 Saturday 22 October 2016 Wednesday 26 October 2016 Friday 2 December 2016 9.30am – 3.00pm

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