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11 May 2023
If you are a firm believer in the idea that everyone deserves a second chance, then you can help young people get theirs by becoming a youth offender support worker. This role is intended to prevent children and young adults from offendi...
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In a country that is home to so many different nationalities, the UK has built up a strong reputation towards helping our international friends. However, even with all the support in place, sadly inequality is ...
More20 February 2023
When thinking about human society, people are at the forefront of your mind. The term ‘human’ relates to living people, and ‘society’ refers to the people in general who are thought of as a large group....
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It goes without saying that becoming a youth worker is rewarding; did you know that
More28 July 2022
Do you care about your community? We are living in a society where there are so many distractions, meaning that it can be easy to become led down the wrong path, particularly among the younger generation. But wha...
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Young people today are facing some tough issues. From advancing technology and socio-cultural problems that are out of people’s control, it can be easy for today’s youth to be led down the wrong path or bec...
More02 December 2021
If you’re looking for a job where you can help people and improve life in your local community, a career in community development could be an excellent choice.People who can advocate for those who are m...
More29 July 2021
Study a Community Development and Youth course at the University of Bolton, No.1 in the North West for the past three years in Student Satisfaction in the Complete University Guide and No.2 in Teaching Quality in the Sunday Times Good Un...
More26 November 2020
Supporting the personal development of others is a core responsibility of being a community worker. This is especially the case if you are working with teenagers and young adults in disadvantaged communities. But personal development is ...
More20 August 2020
Working with young people and adults in your community can make a real difference to peoples lives. If you believe in youth work, want to run social projects or simply help others, then our BA (Hons) Community Development and Youth Studi...
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Deciding on a career path can seem like a tremendous task to begin with. After studying multiple subjects for years, you finally have an idea about what you enjoy learning and potentially a career to pursue. The next step is to look for ...
More27 May 2020
There are many ways to get involved in your community, from volunteering an hour a week to a full-blown career navigating the ins and outs of local society. For many people who study the Community Development and Youth Work courses at th...
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The rise in youth crime has become a hot topic of conversation throughout communities and society. The national crisis extends from knife crime to drug trafficking and gangs. Plenty has been said on the subject from government officials ...
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The national lockdown of movement has had people restricted to their homes and the small areas surrounding it. Driving to the park to walk your dog is no longer allowed, cyclists cannot...
20 April 2020
At the University of Bolton, we aim to provide you with fantastic opportunities to enjoy your chosen career. We pride ourselves on being a teaching intensive and a supportive place of study. We also recognise that, even when you leave Un...
More10 June 2019
There is something a bit special about the Community Development and Youth Work Team in that we cannot resist the occasional challenge. In the fast-moving world of social science, and in particular community development and youth work, i...
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