MA Youth & Community Practice - Research and Leadership

... United Kingdom
... Plymouth Marjon University

Course Overview

This exciting MA provides the perfect learning platform for experienced and qualified youth and community work practitioners to develop expertise in their chosen areas. You will be encouraged to critically analyze historical and contemporary evidence and theory to create a sophisticated understanding of modern youth & community work practice and actively develop new and innovative forms of practice. The program offers a rich and culturally diverse teaching and learning environment informed by, and contributing to, international, national, and local perspectives of youth and community work. In addition, you will undertake two projects where you can develop and apply specialist knowledge in practice.

The teaching is delivered in four blocks, supported by e-learning. First, you will critically engage with the tensions and challenges of current practice, develop an enhanced knowledge of practical leadership approaches, critically evaluate responses to the changing policy context, and develop enhanced skills in practitioner research. You will develop expertise in your chosen area through research in practice. Throughout, you will be encouraged to reflect on your role as a practitioner and question and critically evaluate your professional role. Finally, you will develop the skills and knowledge needed to work alongside people in communities to initiate sustainable social change.

General Eligibility

A relevant degree and practice experience are required.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • International students will be expected to meet the English language requirements of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

Programme Information
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Course Category

Community Development


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Campus Name

Plymouth, England


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Course Level

Postgraduate


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Duration

Full-time, 1 year & Part-time, 2 years


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Available Intake

September


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IELTS Score

6.0


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Tuition Fees Range

UK students: £6,500 & International students: £12,500,


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