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15 Community Development BA Degree Programs


Goldsmiths, University of London
BA (Hons) Social Science, Community Development and Youth Work
- London, United Kingdom
BA
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
This programme is ideal if you have some experience of community and youth work. Challenging, dynamic and interactive, it presents opportunities for critical reflection and exploration of recent developments in the field.


University of Lancashire
International Social Work & Community Development, BA (Hons)
- Online United Kingdom
BA
Full time
On-Campus
English
This program focuses on preparing students for careers in social work and community development, especially in international settings. It covers key areas such as understanding social policies, cultur...
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Arizona State University
BA in Community Advocacy and Social Policy
- Central City, USA
- Tempe, USA
BA
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Bachelor of Arts in Community Advocacy and Social Policy is designed to prepare students for roles in social justice, community development, and policy advocacy. The program emphasizes understandi...


University of Lancashire
International Social Work & Community Development (with Foundation Year), BA (Hons)
- Online United Kingdom
BA
Full time
On-Campus
English
This program is designed to prepare students for working in social work and community development roles that have an international focus. Throughout the course, students learn about different social i...


University of the West of Scotland
BA Community Education
- Glasgow, United Kingdom
BA
On-Campus
English
Discover what it means to become a professionally qualified Community Educator with our BA Community Education degree. This degree is perfect for anyone interested in working with young people, adults and communities, to engage in learning about how to live the best life possible and to challenge discrimination and all forms of injustice. Teaching, learning and assessment are underpinned by theories and practices relating to youth and community work, equality and social justice, wellbeing and community empowerment.


University of Lancashire
Applied Community & Social Care Studies (with Foundation Year), BA (Hons)
- Online United Kingdom
BA
Full time
On-Campus
English
This program offers a comprehensive introduction to community and social care, combining academic study with practical experience. Students explore key topics like understanding social care needs, sup...


West Liberty University
BA in Community Arts
- West Liberty, USA
BA
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
This track/ concentration encompasses all things related to community and social innovation, social change, and the role of arts in these fields, by prioritizing the use of non-formal teaching methods, developing the lifelong learner, and providing experiential learning opportunities.


Cleveland State University
Bachelor's in Community Planning, B.A.
- Cleveland, USA
BA
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Bachelor's in Community Planning (B.A.) program offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for careers in urban and regional planning, community development, and related fields...


Birmingham City University
Youth Work and Communities - BA (Hons)
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
BA
Full time
On-Campus
English
This program is designed for those interested in working with young people and communities. It covers key areas like youth development, community work, and social inclusion. Throughout the course, you...


CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies
Bachelor of Arts in Urban and Community Studies
- 19th floor, USA
BA
Distance Learning
English
The BA in Urban and Community Studies degree program is designed for students with interests in urban, social, economic, and political issues, especially as they relate to diverse working class communi. Students in the program have opportunities for experiential and applied learning, including fieldwork and workplace-based projects in New York City.


Miami University - Ohio
Community Arts and Cultures, B.A.
- Oxford, USA
BA
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Bachelor of Arts in Community Arts and Cultures is a program designed to prepare students for active participation and leadership in community arts projects. It emphasizes the importance of unders...


University of Lancashire
Youth Work & Community Practice (with Foundation Year), BA (Hons)
- Online United Kingdom
BA
Full time
On-Campus
English
This degree program combines the study of youth work with a focus on community practice, preparing students to support young people and local communities effectively. The course covers a wide range of...


West Liberty University
Bachelor of Arts in Community Education
- West Liberty, USA
BA
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
The Community Education Program (CEP) is for students who are ready to be change makers, innovators, leaders, creative thinkers, and non-traditional educators in their chosen fields in either education, the nonprofit sector, for-profit organizations, or entrepreneurial enterprises. The course work is driven by hands-on, experiential, progressive forward-thinking practical experiences in the chosen field, to prepare students for the challenges of an ever-changing and developing 21st-century world and their work with the lifelong learner community.


University of Lancashire
Youth Work & Community Practice, BA (Hons)
- Online United Kingdom
BA
Full time
On-Campus
English
This degree focuses on preparing students to work with young people and communities in meaningful ways. You'll explore how to support individuals and groups through different challenges, developing sk...


Cottey College
Bachelor of Arts in International Relations
- Chapel, USA
BA
English
Cottey College's baccalaureate program in international relations offers a major and a minor in international relations, where students are mentored to use their academic training, interdisciplinary coursework, and compulsory study abroad experience to advance social justice by actively engaging with socio-political challenges plaguing their local and global communities.
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Learn more about Community Development BA degree programs
Community Development degree programs at the Bachelor’s level focus on empowering communities through practical skills and knowledge. This field encourages students to engage with diverse communities, enabling meaningful change and fostering social responsibility.
Through courses in community planning, social justice, and nonprofit management, you’ll learn how to analyze community needs and develop effective strategies for engagement. Skills like conducting needs assessments, facilitating community workshops, and designing outreach initiatives are essential for success in this field. As students navigate these challenges, they strengthen their adaptability and enhance their critical thinking abilities.
Graduates typically pursue careers in roles such as community organizers, program coordinators, or development officers. The hands-on experiences gained during the degree program, including fieldwork and internships, prepare you for a variety of opportunities in both public and private sectors. Overall, a Bachelor’s in Community Development equips you with the tools to make a tangible impact in your community and beyond.