Bachelor of Youth Work and Youth Studies

RMIT University

Australia, Melbourne

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RMIT University

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

098456B

Application Fee

AUD 100

Campuses

Melbourne City

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesJuly-2024

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 34,560 / year

Next Intake July-2024

Bachelor of Youth Work and Youth Studies

About

Overview

There will be many challenging and rewarding career opportunities for you.

The Bachelor of Youth Work and Youth Studies explores complex social issues affecting at-risk youth, such as homelessness, radicalisation, poverty and mental health. It encourages critical debate and investigation of youth in relation to space, digital landscapes, culture, religion, family and the law.

This degree aims to examine and foster the environments in which all young people can thrive and feel confident, connected and safe.

My biggest highlight from studying youth work was the opportunity to complete a student placement within the program. Through the student placement, I was able to put my learning into practice.

- Daniel Godinez Lambert, Bachelor of Youth Work and Youth Studies

The knowledge and skills you will acquire throughout this degree and how they can be applied in your career are described in the learning outcomes.

Electives and course plan

This degree provides four main streams of learning:

Professional Human Services

Prepares you to work in client-facing industries as a carer, counsellor, advocate and champion of others, in sometimes challenging environments.

Youth Work

Puts you in the professional practice field, where you will gain a clearer understanding of how the youth sector works.

Youth Studies

Develop critical insights into the research on and representations of young people that influence policy making decisions.

Specialisation and electives

Further explore and specialise in a subject of your choice. Areas of study include: criminal justice, international development, Indigenous Studies, community services and languages.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

You must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 or an equivalent senior secondary school qualification with a minimum average of 70% (see calculator below).

Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies program or a recognised post secondary diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades.

Meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee entry. Your application will still need to be assessed and accepted.

Career

The Health Care and Social Assistance is the largest employing industry in Australia, with job growth set to continue over the next five years. Many social assistance services for young people are delivered by skilled youth workers, whose expertise are in high demand.

Youth workers are employed in areas such as:

local government
health services
youth refuges and housing programs
alcohol and other drug agencies
major welfare services
youth justice settings
school support programs
educational institutions.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 34,560 / year

Application Fee

AUD 100

How to Apply

Follow this step-by-step guide on how to apply to RMIT as an international student.

Step 1. Find a course

Step 2. Check the entry requirements

Step 3. Collect required documents

Step 4. Submit your application

RMIT is one of Australia’s leading universities, located in the heart of Melbourne.

It’s a great place to study, and there are courses to suit everyone.

Our website lists all of the courses on offer so you can discover options in your field of interest.

When you find a course, check that you meet the entry requirements. If you don’t qualify for that course, explore RMIT’s pathway programs. They can help you get on the path to the qualification you want.

Once you’ve chosen your course, it’s time to apply! Get all your documents together,

including your academic records and passport, and proof of English proficiency. If you don’t have everything you need now, you can still apply and submit them later.

To submit your application online, visit our website and find your course. Click the apply button and follow the prompts.

Our admissions team will assess your application and if you are successful, will send you a letter of offer. The time frame for this varies based on the course you apply for and the selection process, so it might not happen the very next day.

What’s next? Once you accept the offer and pay your deposit, we will send you a confirmation of enrolment. You can use this document as part of your visa application.

If you need advice, contact the friendly staff at Study@RMIT. We have lots of information that will help you plan your move to Melbourne and start life as an international student at RMIT.

We look forward to seeing you in Melbourne!