uniselectImage
uniselectLogo

The shortcut to your shortlist

Make your university search faster and less stressful.
Get a personalised shortlist by selecting what matters to you.

GET STARTED
Choosing what to study

Five reasons to study Youth Work

There are many reasons to study Youth Work. A varied and valuable career, this degree can give you the skills to work with children. Explore five of the best reasons to see if it’s the right choice.

Adult teacher huddled with a few children from a football team wearing red jerseys

1. Work with people

If you thrive off helping others – especially young people – then this subject area is all about promoting happiness. Those who can emotionally understand the needs of others tend to be successful youth workers where interpersonal skills are really important.

2. Every day is different

The range of different areas and activities that youth workers can study is broad. These may be projects that help tackle issues such as drugs or crime, or you could learn how to successfully organise activities such as drama or sports. You could even be counselling.

3. Gain transferable skills

Not only will you learn a lot to do with specific youth work-related subjects, but you’ll also gain a lot of skills that many employers across different sectors look for. These skills include management and supervision, problem-solving, fundraising and presenting.

4. Charity work

Volunteering for charity may be something that you have done in your free time and highly enjoyed. This can be something you continue to do; many youth workers work closely with charities and local authorities such as Barnardo’s and the Youth Justice Board for England and Wales.

5. Incorporate a talent or hobby

As a youth worker, you may find yourself organising activities that benefit the development and happiness of young people. Whether it be sports, art or any other hobby you have, you can incorporate your wider interests into these activities for young people to also enjoy.

Related articles

Students in a lecture theatre

What is UCAS Extra?

Find how to use UCAS Extra and the differences between Extra and Clearing, as well as how...

28 Mar 2024
Student checking her application offers on her laptop

Replying to university offers

A guide to replying to UCAS offers, your options and a list of useful deadlines, as well...

28 Mar 2024

UCAS key dates and deadlines

A guide to UCAS applications, closing dates, the Clearing process and deadlines.

28 Mar 2024

Is this page useful?

Yes No

Sorry about that...

HOW CAN WE IMPROVE IT?

SUBMIT

Thanks for your feedback!