Advanced Studies in Youth Work and Youth Studies, 90 cr

The advanced studies in youth work and youth studies (90 credits) consist of advanced studies in theories and research in youth work and youth research (25 credits), research methodology studies (10 credits), studies oriented to working life (15 credits) and a thesis and seminar (40 credits).

Students who have completed a master’s degree in social sciences with a specalisation in youth work and youth studies possess a broad understanding of the evolution of the youth question from the perspectives of youth studies, youth work, youth policy and youth education. They have a deep familiarity with the concepts, contexts, structures and practices of youth work, as well as the theories and frameworks of youth work and youth education. They have a complete understanding of the theories and the main approaches in youth studies seeking to understand youth and young people as a historical, social, cultural and individual phenomenon. These approaches include, for example, subculture and youth culture, and research on youth transitions, life cycle and life course. They have a comprehensive knowledge of scientific and methodological approaches and research methods and are able to apply them to the study of young people, youth and youth work. Students are familiar with the profession and expertise of youth work and the attitudes and the ethical questions related to it. They possess the comprehensive skills and knowledge required to work as experts in youth work and youth research and thus have the potential to find employment both in national and international contexts.