Advanced Child Protection (Distance Learning) University of Kent
| Award | Attendance | Study | Duration | Start | Domestic fees | International fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PG Dip, MA, PG Cert | Online | Part-time, Distance | 2 years | January | find out | find out |
Course 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
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- 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 independent national survey of UK universities).
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- Multimillion-pound scholarship fund,stunning locations, first-class facilities, and a diverse, inclusive and supportive community.
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