Bachelor in Youth Work (with JNC Recognition)

Applications for the Sep 2027 intake are due by Jan 31, 2027. Tuition comes to 19,370 GBP per year.

The Bachelor in Youth Work with JNC Recognition at London Metropolitan University is a degree program for students who want to make a difference in young people's lives. It's a 3-year program that helps students gain the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in youth work. The program is taught in English and is available to students with a high school education.

The curriculum includes modules like Introduction to Working with Young People, Counselling Skills and Youth Work, and Reflective and Reflexive Practitioner. Students will also learn about human rights, social justice, and diversity, and have the opportunity to participate in fieldwork and practice their skills. The program has a modular structure, with core and optional modules in each year.

Graduates of this program can go on to work as Youth Workers, Community Development Officers, Counsellors, Project Managers, or Social Workers. They can work in a variety of settings, including local government, charities, and community organizations. The skills and knowledge gained through this program will help students build successful careers in youth work and make a positive impact on young people's lives.

London Metropolitan University is an urban university formed through merger in 2002 and based across central London campuses, including Holloway, Aldgate and Shoreditch. Serving over twelve thousand students, the university focuses on inclusive education, employability and applied research that responds to the needs of a global city. Its central location gives students direct access to London’s cultural institutions, businesses and creative industries.

The curriculum spans business, arts, media, law, education and social sciences with programs designed to combine academic study and vocational skills. London Met emphasizes research in areas such as social justice, public health and the environment, and provides industry-linked learning through placements and professional partnerships. Students benefit from practical workshops, studio spaces and employer-focused projects that build portfolios and workplace readiness.

International students join a diverse community representing many countries and receive dedicated services for admissions, visa guidance and academic support. The university’s commitment to widening participation creates a welcoming environment with additional mentoring and career guidance. Living and studying in London offers unparalleled internship and networking opportunities, and graduates leave with practical experience and city-based connections that support transition into professional roles both locally and internationally.