About the course

This flexible, multidisciplinary degree prepares you to meet the demands of a rapidly changing community and housing landscape. It will give you the knowledge, skills and practical experience to make a difference to communities and shape change while opening up a wide range of career paths.

　　The degree suits those already working in housing and looking to develop their role as well as anyone interested in pursuing a career in community work including housing. You study core topics such as the history and development of housing systems, policy and practice, current housing policy in theory and practice, and work and welfare in the 21st century. You can also follow your interests with topics such as urban ethnography, international housing, gentrification and class distinction, and rural and urban communities.

　　The course’s flexible approach means you can choose a study path that fits your work and family commitments, from the traditional full-time, three-year degree to part-time, blended learning, and condensed days on campus. Our partnerships with local social housing providers mean you gain experience in the housing and community sector through placements and engagement with community-based projects Hone your critical thinking skills through exploring and evaluating community research, and undertake a final-year research project with a community focus · Benefit from being part of a wider University of Bedfordshire community comprising both rural and urban areas

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Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: GB£43,500

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (October), 2024	Luton
Semester 1 (October), 2025	Luton

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Bedfordshire

UCAS Tariff Points

　　At least 104 points which should include three A levels at C or above

　　At least 104 points with Merit Merit Merit in BTEC Extended Diploma or Distinction* Distinction* in the BTEC Diploma or Distinction Merit Merit in a BTEC Extended Diploma

　　A completed Access to Higher Education Diploma

　　Equivalent qualifications such as Irish Leaving Certificate, OCR Nationals, International Baccalaureate and CACHE Level 3 awards.

　　To apply for a place on an undergraduate course (BA/BSc) you need to have completed your high school education (12 years) and have a pass equivalent to two UK A level passes, and have the required English language qualification.

　　IELTS - Overall score of 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each element

　　TOEFL iBT - Overall 72 (Listening 17, Reading 18, Speaking 20, Writing 17)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 72.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Bedfordshire. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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