MSc Safeguarding: Leading Safer Organisations at University of Lincoln

Programme overview

The safeguarding of children, young people, and adults at risk of harm, protects them from neglect, abuse, or harm. The MSc Safeguarding: Leading Safer Organisations is aimed at leaders in medium-to-large organisations in the third sector who interact with this demographic as a business.

Faculty: Health and Care Sciences | Duration: Part-time: 3 years | Study mode: part-time | Intake: September 2026 | Location: Lincoln, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Leadership and Safeguarding in an Organisational Context, Safeguarding for Senior Leaders, Creating Safer Organisations and Teams, Research Methods, Supporting People Affected by Safeguarding, Extended study.

Career pathways

Learners on the programme hold senior positions in national and international, statutory, third sector and faith-based organisations and are able to apply their learning in real time safeguarding environments. Postgraduate study is an investment in yourself and your future.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You should have or be about to complete a recognised undergraduate with honours or postgraduate degree (or equivalent qualification) from an accredited college, institution, or university, equivalent to or higher than a UK Bachelor honours degree qualification. Or, if you do not hold a recognised degree or hold an ordinary degree, you will be able to demonstrate extensive experience of leading complex organisations. The course team will discuss any learning needs you may have to enter this level of study. English language requirements If English isn't your first language, you will need to provide evidence of your English language ability. We accept IELTS 6.5 or an equivalent qualification. If you do not have an English language qualification we will also consider applications with the following on a case by case basis: - A degree qualification taught in English - Evidence that you work in a company where English is the first language.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,440 for the whole programme (2026/27) Source

International applicants: GBP 10,600 for the whole programme (2026/27) Source

Intake: September 2026

Duration: Part-time: 3 years

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