Overview

This Graduate Diploma in Residential Work (Children's) course from Kingston University is aimed at those working in full-time or part-time roles with children in a residential settings looking to enhance their practice.To ensure this course reflects the most pressing needs of children in residential care, we engaged with broader stakeholder groups, getting input from local authorities, commissioning groups, government representatives, and those involved in children's social care.

Whether you’re a first-time practitioner or an aspiring manager, a Graduate Diploma in Residential Work is an important step in your career. We’ll focus on deepening your understanding of children’s needs and enhancing your practical skills to excel in your role.

Why choose this course

This programme is ideal for professionals aiming to excel in residential care roles, those looking to transition to leadership positions, or managers seeking to deepen their expertise. You’ll explore topics such as relationship-based practice, safeguarding, managing risk and effective intervention strategies. Kingston University’s connections with leading care providers ensure practical, hands-on training complemented by expert faculty guidance.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Big Picture

The Hard Stuff

The Healing Stuff

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-14 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Delivered

Online

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Childhood Studies View 14 other Bachelors in Childhood Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

GCSE at grade 4 or above (or grade C or above for GCSEs taken before 2017) in English Language or equivalent qualification, e.g. Functional/Key skills Level 2 in literacy.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

16600 GBP / year

≈ 16600 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

7438 GBP / year

≈ 7438 GBP / year

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Overview

Why choose this course

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

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Funding

Scholarships Information

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