PgD in Youth and Community Work in Cardiff United Kingdom | Cardiff Metropolitan University

Cardiff Metropolitan University | Cardiff United Kingdom
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Qualification
Graduate Diploma
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 16,000
(c. USD21,324.48)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

The PG Diploma in Youth and Community Work serves as an alternative completion option for students enrolled in the full MA program who solely seek professional certification in this field. Like the comprehensive MA, it's ideal for graduates already engaged in youth and community work who want to obtain formal qualifications.

This postgraduate diploma component mandates two distinct professional placements under supervision within youth and community settings. The program offers flexible study options, allowing participants to choose between part-time or full-time enrollment while attending university for coursework and guided practice sessions.

Participants typically form a close-knit, collaborative, and skilled learning community. Recognized by Education Training Standards (ETS) Cymru/Wales for youth work, this qualification prepares graduates for professional roles in youth and community services.

The PG Diploma encompasses all MA program modules excluding the 60-credit dissertation requirement, making it a comprehensive yet streamlined pathway to professional accreditation.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Applicants should have a minimum of 200 hours of direct and recent experience in the field of youth and community work, community development work or associated occupational groups. In addition, applicants should normally possess a degree or a or a relevant professional qualification. Practitioners who do not have a first degree, but who have considerable professional experience can apply for exceptional entry. Please contact the Programme Director to discuss this further.
IELTS 6.5 - overall* with no sub score lower than 5.5
TOEFL IBT- Overall - 72 ,Reading - 18 ,Speaking - 20 ,Listening - 17 ,Writing - 17

Tuition GBP 16,000

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