Overview

This Understanding Domestic Violence and Sexual Abuse programme, offered by Goldsmiths, University of London creates an open, creative and intellectually curious learning environment where diverse perspectives are valued. You'll engage in meaningful dialogue across differences.

Key facts

Flexible entry routes including the Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma and full MA allow you to begin at a level that aligns with your experience, confidence and professional goals.

Developed in collaboration with experts from psychotherapy, law, social work, community practice, research and the public sector, the programme attracts a diverse student body from the UK and internationally.

Throughout the programme, you'll explore the psychological, social and structural dimensions of domestic violence and sexual abuse.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theories, Research and Policy - Domestic Violence and Sexual Abuse
Research Methods
Group Work: Power, Identity and Conflict
Working with Children in the Context of Domestic Violence
Working with Adults in the Context of Domestic Violence and Sexual Abuse
Adolescents as Victims and Perpetrators
The Impact of Trauma - Distress, Resilience and Post-traumatic Growth

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00

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More details

There is no official deadline of when to apply by, it’s best to apply early.

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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120

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62

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

You should have (or expect to be awarded) an undergraduate degree of at least second class standard in a relevant/related subject. You must also be able to demonstrate significant experience in either health and social care, psychological therapies, or experience from the third sector in a specialist abuse service.
You might also be considered for some programmes if you aren’t a graduate or your degree is in an unrelated field, but have relevant experience and can show that you have the ability to work at postgraduate level.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

25500 GBP / year

≈ 25500 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

11800 GBP / year

≈ 11800 GBP / year

Additional Details

National - part-time: £5625 per year

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

London

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