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PostgraduateMaster of Arts

Young People, Communities and Youth Work: Initial Qualifying Route

University of Wales Trinity Saint David
Carmarthen, Wales
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18 monthsDuration
£16,800Per Year (Intl)
£23,500Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MA (PG) Young People, Communities and Youth Work: Initial Qualifying Route at University of Wales Trinity Saint David is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding society. Based in Carmarthen, Wales, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 18-month full-time and part-time structure. The Young People, Communities and Youth Work Initial Qualifying route is designed for individuals aspiring to obtain a professional qualification in Youth Work. It provides them with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for entering the field. The programmes aim to develop students into thoughtful, effective, and knowledgeable professionals in youth and community work. International tuition fees are £16,800 per year, home/UK fees are £7,800 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 91% student satisfaction rating, and 84% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Youth Work Theory and Practice
Contemporary Issues Affecting Young People
Safeguarding
Ethics and Professional Standards
Community Development and Social Change
Leadership in Youth and Community Settings
Research Methods in Youth Work
Youth Work Placement and Reflective Practice
Trauma-Informed Practice and Resilience Building
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£16,800

per year

Total Course Cost (18 months)£33,600

Home Student Fee

£7,800

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 HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Wales Trinity Saint David

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£18,000£23,500£26,000
3 years£13,000£19,500£24,000
5 years£15,500£22,500£28,000
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

83%Working
1%Studying
5%Work & Study
3%Seeking Work
85%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes 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.

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About University of Wales Trinity Saint David

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