Youth in Contemporary Society
ECTS: 30
Code: MIPA30*
This English-taught minor programme introduces students to key topics surrounding youth and education, with a focus on understanding the lives of young people and the societal contexts in which they grow up. The programme explores how family violence and juvenile delinquency affect development; examines the complex interplay of socio-contextual factors that shape youth suicide, wellbeing, and resilience; investigates processes of marginalization and social exclusion; and critically reflects on contemporary ideas of childhood that underpin parenting and schooling practices. Through lectures, seminars, and project groups, students expand their knowledge of youth-related issues while developing a critical perspective on contemporary themes and debates concerning young people.
The 30 ECTS minor comprises the entire first semester (1a+1b). Alternatively, students can sign up for individual courses.
Student capacity
There will be a limit on the maximum number of students that can enrol:
60 students for the 30 EC minor.
Deadlines
Deadlines
First enrol for the minor, then, later, you can enrol for individual courses.
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Enrolment is possible from 21 May 2026 (18:00 CEST) up to 3 July 2026 (23:59 CEST)
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From 6 July 2026 (09:00 CEST) - up to 19 July 2026 (23:59 CEST): students can enrol for the individual courses of their choice.
Please note, in case you enrolled for this minor last year but did not pass one or (max.) two courses, then you do not need to enrol for the minor this year. Instead, you should contact the Student Service Desk by email (owbalie.gmw rug.nl) and mention the course(s) you need to follow again. There are places reserved in each course for students who want to retake the course.
Should you decide not to follow the minor after all, then please unenrol, as capacity is limited.
Registration
The registration period is from May 21 2026 at exactly 18:00. You can register until July 3, 2026 (23:59 pm)
Sign up in Ocasys
On this page, you will find instructions on how to enrol for a university minor for the academic year 2026-2027.
Course programme
Please see Ocasys for the course programme and course descriptions. The course was previously named 'Challenging Youth'.
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Courses (electives)
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ECTS
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Semester
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The making of modern childhoods
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5
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1a
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Issues in Child-Rearing and Challenging Behaviour
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5
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1a
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Understanding and preventing suicide and suicidality among youth
If you are unsure whether you feel sufficiently resilient to take on this course dealing with sensitive content, please get in touch with the minor coordinator.
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5
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1a
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Diversity and Inclusion in Education
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5
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1b
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Socio-contextual perspectives on youth, wellbeing, and resilience
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5
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1b
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Children's Literature
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5
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1b
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