Childhood, Youth & Communities (Top Up)

Study Childhood, Youth & Communities at level 6 and graduate with a full honours degree. This one-year, work-based course, which follows on from our Foundation Degree, enables you to continue in paid employment or volunteering as you work towards this qualification.

Whether you're already working in education, social care, or the voluntary sector, this flexible top-up degree helps you become a confident and impactful practitioner in community support, advocacy, and inclusion.

What you'll learn

• Lead impactful community and advocacy projects that support children, young people, and families.

• Collaborate across services to strengthen inclusive, sustainable partnerships in your sector.

• Investigate key issues like social inequality, media influence, and youth voice.

• Develop leadership, research, and communication skills tailored to real-world professional practice.

• Explore real-world issues such as social justice, children’s rights, community leadership, and inter-agency collaboration.

Co-designed with industry professionals, alumni, and academics, this course blends theory with practical insight. You'll study through evening and occasional weekend sessions, supported by tutors who understand the challenges of balancing work, study, and family.

Whether you're continuing in study from the Foundation Degree, looking to progress in your current role, explore new career paths, or move on to postgraduate study – including teacher training – this top-up degree gives you the opportunity to unlock a wide range of rewarding graduate careers.

91% of our students were satisfied with the teaching in the subject area of Childhood and Youth Studies - National Student Survey 2025

Study options and Location

Twilight:

• Canterbury Campus

• Medway Campus