MSc Child Protection and Adult Safeguarding

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of child protection and adult safeguarding principles, policies, and practices. Students will learn about the legal frameworks that underpin these areas, as well as how to identify and respond to potential abuse or neglect situations. The course also covers issues related to child development, attachment, and trauma, and explores the intersections between child protection and adult safeguarding. By the end of the course, students will be able to critically evaluate the complex issues involved in child protection and adult safeguarding, and develop effective strategies for preventing harm and promoting well-being.

Additional Information

This course is ideal for professionals working in social work, education, healthcare, or other related fields who want to enhance their knowledge and skills in child protection and adult safeguarding. It is also suitable for those looking to pursue a career in these areas. The course can be taken on a full-time or part-time basis, with flexible learning options available.

Leading the Way in Child Protection and Adult Safeguarding Education

Buckinghamshire New University offers a unique blend of academic rigor and practical experience that prepares students for successful careers in child protection and adult safeguarding. Our faculty consists of experienced professionals and researchers who are actively engaged in the field, providing students with cutting-edge knowledge and real-world insights. Additionally, our location in Buckinghamshire provides easy access to a range of community organizations and agencies that offer valuable learning opportunities.

This unique, multi-disciplinary program attracts working professionals in a range of areas and roles. Our postgraduate students include social workers, nurses and midwives, early years professionals, police officers, and doctors who want to become experts in safeguarding. The course also appeals to analytical people who enjoy problem-solving and want to add to research in this vital area. We attract graduates from a range of disciplines including sociology, psychology, and education. Your peers will help you develop a greater understanding of the challenges faced by the safeguarding system.

We usually expect candidates to have a second-class honors degree in a related field or discipline. We also consider candidates with professional qualifications and directly relevant work experience.