About the course

This Masters in Adult Education, Community Development & Youth Work offers you the opportunity to study the theoretical and practical dimensions of adult, community and youth development. It will equip you with the skills and knowledge to work alongside people in communities to initiate sustainable social change.

　　You will discover ways in which you can help people realise their potential and work together for a fairer, healthier and happier world. Upon successful completion of the PgDip, you will be awarded a professional qualification accredited by the Community Learning and Development Standards Council in Scotland. This qualification will enable you to work in the field of community learning and development, including community development work, youth work, health, housing and social and economic regeneration.

　　You will have the opportunity to participate in a network of community development projects. Project leads contribute to the taught aspects of the programme and also provide you with placement opportunities. Our students come from a wide range of professional, academic and cultural backgrounds and all bring with them a curiosity about how social justice can be developed by people working together for change.

　　The programme addresses the three domains of Community Learning and Development – Adult Learning, Community Development and Youth Work. You complete core courses and subject related options. MEd and PgDip students can gain a professional accreditation by the Community Learning and Development Standards Council for Scotland. This accredited route involves a 480-hour placement in a community-based context. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

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: 9 Month(s)Fees: GB£13,600

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (September), 2024	Glasgow
Semester 2 (January), 2025	Glasgow
Semester 1 (September), 2025	Glasgow

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Glasgow

An ordinary degree or non-UK equivalent in any subject, along with a strong interest in youth work, community work, community based adult learning or broad issues and processes of social change.IELTS - 6.5 with no sub-test under 6.0. TOEFL (ib, my best or athome) - 90 with minimum R 20, L 19, S 19, W 23.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

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 Glasgow. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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