Advanced Child Protection (Distance Learning) - PCert, PDip, MA
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 2 years part-time
- Mode
- Part-time
- Subject
- Social Policy
- Location
- United Kingdom
Overview
Protecting children is a global responsibility. This course equips you with the tools, frameworks and confidence to make a meaningful difference in child protection. You’ll explore complex issues like exploitation, online harms and risk assessment, with learning grounded in real-world application. The course draws on partnerships with leading agencies such as the NSPCC, the NHS and Kent Police, so you’ll gain insights shaped by current professional practice. Study flexibly through distance learning and attend our annual knowledge sharing events to hear from international experts. Whether you're working in social work, education, health or policing, this course gives you the skills to lead on safeguarding with rigour and care.
Entry requirements
| Degree | 2:2 · or above |
|---|---|
| Degree | 2nd class · or above |
| Other conditions | interview · The course admissions team requires applicants to attend an online interview and complete a written task, in addition to the application form. |
English language requirements
| IELTS | 6.5 overall, no part below 5.5 |
|---|
IELTS 6.5 overall, minimum 5.5 in each component
Fees
International students: £5,700 per year
UK students: £5,700 per year
UK/Home: £5,700 per year
International: £5,700 per year
Start dates
January
Application deadline
24 August 2026
Campus
- Medway, United Kingdom
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