MA Community Care at University of Kent

Programme overview

A research master's degree in community care at the Tizard Centre, which is at the forefront of learning and research in autism, intellectual disability and community care. The Centre has links with health and social care organisations.

Faculty: School of Social Policy, Sociology and Social Research | Department: Tizard Centre | Duration: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time | Intake: September | Study mode: full-time or part-time (Canterbury) | Location: Canterbury, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

An independent research project in community care, supervised by a member of Tizard Centre staff.

Career pathways

Postgraduate courses improve employability for established professionals and new entrants, supporting continuing professional development and roles in health and social care, including psychologists in learning disability.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A first or 2.1 in a relevant subject. Applicants must confirm supervision with a staff member before applying. A Bachelor's or Master's degree with a final classification of at least a 2.1 or Merit in the UK system (or equivalent). International applicants: Very Good English (high B2 CEFR), for example IELTS 6.5 with at least 5.5 in each component; a degree from a majority English-speaking country may also satisfy the requirement. Students needing a student visa cannot study part-time unless on a distance or blended programme with no on-campus provision.

International applicants: GBP 21,950 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual tuition fee from the 2027/28 fee table Source

Intake: September

Duration: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/apply

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