Advanced Child Protection (Distance Learning)

Entry requirements

A minimum of a second class honours degree. In certain circumstances, the School will consider candidates who have not followed a conventional education path and these cases are assessed individually.

The course admissions team requires applicants to attend an online interview and complete a written task, in addition to the application form. Course offers are made on the condition that all stages are completed successfully.

Months of entry

January

Course content

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.

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Introducing the Advanced Child Protection postgraduate programme

Why Study Advanced Child Protection

Information for international students

Please see our International Student website for entry requirements by country and other relevant information. Please note that international fee-paying students cannot undertake a part-time programme due to visa restrictions.

English language entry requirements

The University requires all non-native speakers of English to reach a minimum standard of proficiency in written and spoken English before beginning a postgraduate degree. Certain subjects require a higher level.

For detailed information see our English language requirements web pages.

Need help with English?

Please note that if you are required to meet an English language condition, we offer a number of pre-sessional courses in English for Academic Purposes through Kent International Pathways.

Fees and funding

For further information about funding, including scholarships, please visit our funding web pages.