Victoria University

Bachelor of Youth Work

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

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.

Delivery mode

Victoria University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.


Locations
  • 70–104 Ballarat Road, Footscray

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Applicants with recent secondary education (within the last 2 years)

  • Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (e.g. VCE) or
  • An Australian or overseas equivalent or
  • An International Baccalaureate (IB).

Applicants with vocational education and training (VET/TAFE) study

  • Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent) or
  • Completion of the Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation (or equivalent)

Applicants with higher education study

  • Full or partial completion of an Australian Higher Education award (or equivalent) or
  • Completion of two units of Higher Education studies or
  • Completion of a bridging or enabling course eg. Foundation course or equivalent

Applicants with work & life experience

  • Three years (minimum) work/life experience in Human Services or similar or
  • Applicants that completed an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate more than two years ago plus
  • Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English (or equivalent)
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

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* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Enquire with Victoria University to find out more.
Study mode Blended
Duration 3 Years
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Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Youth Work will prepare you for the following roles.

Youth Worker

A Youth Worker supports children and young people who are going through a challenging time. You might provide guidance with issues such as homeless...

Avg yearly income $65,000
Entry barriers Low

Youth Counsellor

Youth Counsellors support young people as they work through personal and emotional issues — helping them develop strategies for problems with relat...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

Youth Support Worker

Youth Support Workers help young people find employment, housing, and education and help them work through a range of social, financial, and emotio...

Avg yearly income $67,600
Entry barriers Low

Youth Development Officer

A Youth Development Officer supports and mentors young people to help them achieve their potential. You might work in community centres, schools, o...

Avg yearly income $88,400
Entry barriers Low

Youth Officer

A Youth Officer supports young people, often between the ages of 12 and 25, in their personal, social, and educational development. You might work ...

Avg yearly income $73,736
Entry barriers Low

Youth Advocate

A Youth Advocate supports and represents the interests of young people, helping them navigate challenges and access services. You might work in com...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

About Victoria University

For more than 100 years, Victoria University (VU) has offered accessible education to students in Melbourne’s west and beyond.

VU is one of only six universities in Australia to offer courses in both TAFE and higher education. From certificates to diplomas, degrees and postgraduate courses, you can begin your studies at any point and pathway between courses to achieve your goals, regardless of your starting point.

Our flexible approach to learning and teaching supports our strategic plan.

We aim to continue creating positive outcomes for education, industry and our community into the future.