Entry Requirements
UK applicants
Non-standard requirements
- Normally a minimum of a second-class Bachelor’s degree from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard in a relevant academic subject
- Evidence of prior experience working with children and young people is preferred
- Capability to complete academic work at postgraduate diploma level
- If your education has not been conducted in the English language you will be expected to demonstrate evidence of an adequate level of English proficiency
- Further information can be found on our English language requirements page (see band D).
Programme specific requirements
- Qualification: Normally a minimum of a second-class Bachelor’s degree from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard in a relevant academic subject (e.g. Psychology, Education, Childhood development, Social Work etc), OR any subject with further training or experience in a relevant field (e.g. Teaching/TA; Learning Support; HCA; Youth Work; Counselling etc)
- Experience: Evidence of prior experience working with children and young people is preferred
- English Language Requirements: Capability to complete academic work at postgraduate diploma level, including IELTS or equivalent to the appropriate level for students with English as a foreign language (BAND D)
- Motivation to undertake and complete the course
International applicants
Equivalent International qualifications
English language requirements
English language band: D
Selection Process
Application closing date guidance
The applications portal is open for the January 2027 intake from 3rd August – 25th November 2026.
Course start date: 18th January 2027.