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Graduate Diploma in Residential Work (Children's)

Kingston University
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18 monthsDuration
£7,438Per Year (Intl)
£34,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate

Course 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

Social Pedagogy: Theory and Practice
Child Development and Safeguarding
Residential Care Environments and Management
Reflective Practice and Professional Development
Working with Trauma and Attachment in Children
Leadership and Quality Assurance in Residential Settings
Research Methods and Evidence-Based Practice
Practicum and Integrated Learning Project
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666
PTE Academic59

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£7,438

per year

Total Course Cost (18 months)£14,876

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.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Kingston University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper 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
Indicative Data

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

83%Working
1%Studying
5%Work & Study
3%Seeking Work
85%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

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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About Kingston University

Kingston University offers Graduate Diploma in Residential Work (Children's) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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