
Graduate Diploma in Residential Work (Children's)
Kingston UniversityCourse Overview
Offered by Kingston University, the Graduate Certificate Graduate Diploma in Residential Work (Children's) provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in social sciences. this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 18-month full-time structure. Why choose this course? Do you want to boost your skills and confidence in working with children in residential care and similar settings? This course provides a unique hands-on learning experience to equip you with the knowledge and practical skills to excel in your career. The course is aimed at those working in a residential setting with children at all levels, from first-time practitioners to aspiring managers. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 98% student satisfaction rating, and 84% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | 2:2 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£7,438
per year
Home Student Fee
£7,293
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Kingston University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £26,000 | £34,000 | £38,500 |
| 3 years | £20,000 | £25,500 | £33,500 |
| 5 years | £23,500 | £31,000 | £39,000 |
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH15-04-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH15-04-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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