Advanced Child Protection (Distance Learning)
| Award | Attendance | Study | Duration | Start | Domestic fees | International fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PG Dip, MA, PG Cert | Online | Part-time, Distance | 2 | January | find out | find out |
About Advanced Child Protection (Distance Learning), PG Dip - at University of Kent
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
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Why study at University of Kent
- In the QS World University Rankings 2026, Kent has been ranked 387th in the world and 50th within the UK
- Kent has been ranked a TOp 50 UK University in the Complete University Guide 2026
- 97% of research at Kent was found to be of international quality in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (an independant national survey of UK universities
- Over 250 clubs and societies including a range of sporting, performance, cultural and faith groups. Share your interests and make lifelong friends around the world.
- Canterbury and Medway is 60 mins from London by high-speed train.
- Multimillion-pound scholarship fund,stunning locations, first-class facilities, and a diverse, inclusive and supportive community
- Dedicated postgraduate graduate and research college that provides extensive support in every part of your study experience – wellbeing, resources, workshops and career preparation.