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    Bachelor of Youth and Community Leadership
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    Bachelor of Youth and Community Leadership

    University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

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    New Zealand, Christchurch

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    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Bachelor

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Campuses

    Main Site

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake Deadlines25-Feb-2026
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    Duration 3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    NZD 34,160  / year
    Next Intake 25-Feb-2026

    Bachelor of Youth and Community Leadership

    About

    Introduction

    The Bachelor of Youth and Community Leadership (BYCL) meets a growing need for innovative leaders who can make an impact on national and global challenges that youth and other communities are encountering.

    This degree develops professional leadership and entrepreneurial skills for those passionate about issues such as youth work and development, sustainability, human rights, equality, social entrepreneurship, and humanitarian work. The BYCL builds on UC’s international reputation in youth-led social action, and offers real-world leadership and project experience by way of theoretical study and applied learning.

    Youth and Community Leadership is a degree that allows you to customise a programme of study to drive your commitment to social action. It will prepare you to cultivate collective leadership to action change, making this an ideal degree for those wanting to create a better world for future generations.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Entry requirements

    Admission to UC with University Entrance (or equivalent) is required to enrol.

    One or more courses in this degree may also require vaccinations. Check each course page for more details.

    If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.

    See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.

    Recommended preparation

    The programme is open to anyone from a range of interests or experience in leadership roles. No particular background study is required. A passion for social change, community work, and volunteering is the best preparation.

    Strong written and verbal communication skills will be especially useful.

    Career

    Career ready

    • Practical experience through work with UC community organisations.
    • Develop skills in leadership, communication, project management, stakeholder engagement, research, and solution-based thinking to help create real results.
    • Graduates will be ready to work as leaders of their area of interest, including politics, teaching, iwi development, community services, charities, and marketing.

    Find out more about what can you do with a degree from UC.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    NZD 34,160 

    Application Fee

    NZD  
    University of Canterbury

    Bachelor of Youth and Community Leadership

    University of Canterbury

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    New Zealand,

    Christchurch

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