Bachelor Of Youth Work in Victoria University, Australia

Bachelor Of Youth Work in Victoria University

Overview

Make a difference to the lives of disadvantaged young people with VU’s Bachelor of Youth Work.

In our youth work degree, you'll learn to help young people develop through activities that are enjoyable, challenging and educational.

You'll graduate with:

• a solid professional foundation for working with young people
• specialist knowledge to support disadvantaged groups
• clarity on the services available to teenagers and young adults
• practical management skills
• leadership skills.

Our Youth Work degree is the largest in Australia, and is delivered by experts in the field. You'll receive expert guidance from specialist youth sociologists and experienced workers from:

• disability
• legal care
• community development
• social work
• other relevant areas.

In addition, you'll undertake substantial professional work placements, and graduate well prepared for a rewarding career.

Our program is professionally accredited by the Youth Workers' Association(external link) in Victoria. 

As well as our Melbourne program, we are delivering the first Bachelor of Youth Work to be offered in NSW, for sector professionals wanting to upgrade their qualifications.

Youth work placements

During your degree, you’ll receive practical experience in various areas of youth work, through industry-based learning and professional development.

You'll complete 200 hours of fieldwork placement throughout the academic year, at times that suit your host's needs and your availability.

Students have been placed in:

• alternative education (working with young people whose learning styles do not fit within mainstream schools)
• local government
• youth services
• not-for-profit agencies that support young people who are homeless or recent immigrants, or have mental-health or alcohol and drug issues
• diversion programs
• recreation and outdoor adventure programs.

These placements give you hands-on experience helping young people to learn about themselves, others and society generally.

Learning advice

VU’s Learning Hubs are welcoming spaces where you can improve your study and employability skills.

Our students can attend Learning Hubs at one of five VU campuses.

We offer maths, writing, careers and English-language advice, and show you effective ways to study and manage your time.

Our programs include:

• workshops
• drop-in sessions
• peer mentoring
• maths and writing resources
• resume and career guidance.

We also have accessibility support services and counselling services available for all students

Careers in Youth Work

VU’s Bachelor of Youth Work provides you with a broad range of career opportunities when you graduate. Graduates can find careers in:

• local government
• schools
• rehabilitation
• juvenile justice centre
• not-for-profit and community organisations.

Aim for one of these rewarding roles:

• youth worker
• case manager
• counsellor
• family support worker
• drug and alcohol worker.

Welfare support workers are in high demand with employment set to grow very strongly (Job Outlook)(external link).

Salaries

Welfare support workers in Australia earn an average of A$59,800 per year (Job Outlook)(external link).

Know more about Studying in Australia

Tuition Fees in Australia (1st Year Average)	BE/Btech: AUD 29109 | MBA: AUD 35139 | MS: AUD 36803 | BBA: AUD 28693 | MEng: AUD 39298 | BSc: AUD 34307 | MIM: AUD 39298 | MFin: AUD 35347 | MArch: AUD 37218 | BHM: AUD 28693 | MIS: AUD 35347 | MEM: AUD 43040
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in Australia	AUD 1680 Per Month Approx
Entrance Exams in Australia	TOEFL: 77 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 57 | GRE: 300 | GMAT: 600
Work and Study in Australia	Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit.
Post Study Work Permit in Australia	2 Year after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in Australia	AUD 620
Student Visa in Australia	The subclasses for the visa were reduced to two from the eight for convenience. The two visa subclasses are Subclass 500 (for students) and Subclass 590 (For Student Guardian).
Intakes in Australia	There are Two Main Intakes in Australia: February and July.
Top Job Sectors in Australia	Health Care and Social Assiastance, Construction, Education, Manufacturing, Public Administration and Safety, Transport & Logistics, etc.
Economy in Australia	1.7% (2019e) 2.3% (2020e), 10th Largest in the World by Nominal