Safeguarding in an International Context

University of Central Lancashire

Postgraduate MSc Distance learning (full-time) 1 Year HealthSocial work, childhood, and youth studies

Safeguarding in an International Context MSc is a postgraduate degree at University of Central Lancashire, based in Preston, taught distance learning (full-time) over 1 year.

About this course

Our MSc Safeguarding in an International Context course explores the challenges of working across international borders to protect vulnerable children and adults.

- This programme is only available as an online distance learning course, which provides high quality learning and teaching combined with flexible study.

- Issues such as child abuse, cybercrime, human trafficking, modern slavery and smuggling are high on the global agenda. Protecting vulnerable children and adults from exploitation often involves working collaboratively across international borders with multiple agencies – from the police to the judiciary, customs and excise, and internet service providers.

- The aim of this course is to help you become a safeguarding specialist who is socio-politically aware, adaptable and responsive in recognising international safeguarding issues. It’s an ideal professional development opportunity for any who’s involved in the protection of people in a multi-disciplinary, multi-agency working environment.

Why study with us

- This course is unique in its focus on global safeguarding issues including trafficking, safeguarding online, vulnerable adults, safeguarding adults and safeguarding legislation.

- We offer a wide range of optional modules, so you can follow a path which is relevant to your area of employment or of personal interest to you.

- The modules span various subject areas including Health, Law, Policing, Social Work and Psychology, as safeguarding crosses many specialist areas.

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Distance learning (full-time) Shown above

Duration: 1 Year

Qualification: MSc

Location: Preston

Distance learning (part-time)

Duration: 3 Years

Qualification: MSc

Location: Preston

Career Prospects

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Course Details

Qualification
MSc
Study Mode
Distance learning (full-time)
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Preston
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Health, Social work, childhood, and youth studies