What Makes This Course So Special?
Newport is one of the few universities in the UK to study Youth Justice in such depth and this course will give you a real insight into the theories, policies, politics and practices that surround how we as a society respond to young people in trouble. It gives you a critical introduction to a significant social issue and should you want to work in the sector after graduation, studying the course will give you a potential advantage in gaining employment.
Additional features of this course include the chance for you to gain placements in the Youth Justice System, providing you with a unique insight into youth crime in England and Wales.
Find out more about the subject of Social Studies at Newport
Course Intro
The Youth Justice system in England and Wales is responsible for sentencing and working with young people under the age of 18 who have committed a criminal offence. The system also intervenes with young people whose behaviour is problematic before they enter the formal court system. The main aim of the youth justice system is the prevention of youth crime.
You will explore the main issues around youth crime and the youth justice system in England and Wales, for example why some young people offend and others do not. You will look at how society responds to young people that do offend. You will enhance your understanding of anti-social behaviour and debate why it has become a growing issue in recent years. You will experience a course that has been developed in consultation with youth offending teams in Wales, ensuring what you learn is based on current practice and policy as well as a range of theory.
This is a Joint Honours only course that has to be combined with another subject.
What you study
Year 1
• Introduction to the Youth Justice System
• Sociology and Social Problems
or
• Introduction to Criminology and Criminal Justice
• Introduction to Research
• Skills for a Professional Environment
+ 2 other modules taken from your other subject area dependent upon your joint honours degree choice
Year 2
• Addressing Youth Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour
• Research Methods
• Crime Society and Social Problems
• Professional Practice (work placement)
+ 2 other modules dependent upon your joint honours degree choice
Year 3
• Youth Justice: The Historical and Political Perspective
• Dissertation
+ 1 other module dependent upon your joint honours degree choice
A programme specification is available for this course.
Where Next?
The course provides you with enhanced employment opportunities thanks to the skills and knowledge you will have developed. These are in many fields including:
• Youth Justice
• Social Work
• Probation
• Youth Work
• Youth Offending Teams
• Pupil Referral Units
• Sport with young people at risk of social exclusion
On completion of the course, there may also be opportunities for you to progress into further study via a Masters in Criminology, Criminal and Social Justice, amongst others.
Interview Required
No interview will be required if you meet the programme entry requirements. However, we would encourage you to use the opportunity to attend one of our Open Days to talk to the tutors about the course.
Assessment
You will be assessed through a variety of methods including: essays, exams, academic writing analysis (e.g. journal article and book chapters) and presentations.
Student Soundbite
“I have gained further knowledge in subjects that I was already interested in, the lectures have been extremely interesting and even the assignments have been enjoyable. The lecturers are always there to support you if you have any problems with the coursework or assignments throughout the course.”