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Safeguarding in an International Context, MSc at University of Lancashire

University of Lancashire, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The online MSc Safeguarding in an International Context explores the challenges of working across international borders to protect vulnerable children and adults.

Faculty: School of Nursing and Midwifery  |  Duration: 1 year full-time; part-time also available (online)  |  Intake: September 2026; September 2027  |  Location: Preston, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Introduction to Postgraduate Research, Dissertation, Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults in an International Context, Safeguarding Children in an International Context, Safeguarding: Investigation of Child Abuse, Transnational Regulation of Human Trafficking, Trafficking of People, Legal Aspects of International Safeguarding, Safeguarding Children and Young People in the Online Environment and Advanced Topics in Safeguarding from Online Sexual Exploitation.

Career pathways

UK-based and worldwide careers in organisations identifying criminal activity, tracking offenders and protecting vulnerable children and adults.

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Application information

Entry requirements

At least a 2:2 degree or equivalent such as a portfolio; applications considered on merit and experience; up to one third of the programme can be accredited prior experiential learning. English: IELTS at least 6.5 with no component below 6.0 or equivalent.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,000 a year (2026/27). Online full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 10,000 a year (2026/27). Online full-time Source

Intake: September 2026; September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time; part-time also available (online)

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