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Child Protection and Welfare

University College Dublin
Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Dundrum, Ireland
Language English

Program Overview

The Child Protection and Welfare at University College Dublin is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Child Protection and Welfare programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Ireland and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7
  5. Location: Dublin, Ireland

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Child Protection and Welfare programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Diverse Contexts in Child Protection
  2. Legal Responsibilities in Child Protection
  3. Theory, Concepts and Philosophy in Child Protection
  4. Child Protection in the Clinical Environment
  5. Child Protection
  6. Non Accidental Injury
  7. Clinical Supervision in Child Protection
  8. Research Methods

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Students are required to have a level 8 honours degree or above.\xc2\xa0 Students who do not have a level 8 honours degree or above should contact a member of the programme team in advance of applying and may be eligible based on their prior experience.
  • Students are required to be currently working with children and/or families and ideally have at least one year\xc2\x92s experience in this area.
International Applicants
  • Have attained a minimum of 5 months working with children and/or families and provide documented evidence supporting this (MSC Pre-course Experience Declaration Form?).\xc2\xa0
  • Students are also required to provide an academic and work reference supporting their commitment to and ability to undertake this course.
  • English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.

    Tuition & Financial Information

    Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

    Application Deadline

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    About University College Dublin

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    University College Dublin

    Dundrum, Ireland

    University College Dublin is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....

    University Profile
    • Language English
    • Duration 24 months