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UndergraduateFoundation Degree in ArtsUCAS: W515

Youth and Community Studies

Newcastle College University Centre
Newcastle upon Tyne, England
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2 yearsDuration
£13,000Per Year (Intl)
£9,790Home Fee
96%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Offered by Newcastle College University Centre, the FdA Youth and Community Studies provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in social sciences. Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. The Youth and Community Studies - FdA (Full-Time) programme is designed to empower you with the skills, knowledge and practical experience to thrive in a rewarding career in youth and community work. The course bridges theoretical insights with real world application, enabling students to understand the complexities of modern youth culture, community dynamics, and the structural challenges faced by young people. The curriculum is structured across two levels (Level 4 and Level 5) covering foundational and advanced topics that emphasise personal and professional development. Home/uk fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating.

What You'll Learn

Youth Development and Adolescence
Community Work Foundations
Sociology of Youth Culture
Health and Wellbeing in Young People
Professional Practice and Ethics
Work-Based Learning and Placement
Social Policy and Community Change
Research Methods and Critical Analysis
UCAS Code:W515
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

CC

UCAS Points64

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£13,000

per year

Total Course Cost (2 years)£26,000

Home Student Fee

£9,790

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)

💰 Graduate Salaries — Newcastle College University Centre

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
3 years£11,500£16,500£20,500
5 years£13,000£19,000£26,500

UK subject average: £32,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation 48% below UK average salary
This course
£16,500
UK average
£32,000
Salary 5 years after graduation 41% below UK average salary
This course
£19,000
UK average
£32,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £2,500 from year 3 to year 5

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH15-04-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

95%Working
5%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Subject area average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
96%
Learning opportunities
99%
Assessment and feedback
95%
Academic support
100%
Organisation and management
94%
Learning resources
96%
Student voice
96%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
80%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: Subject-group average for this provider

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