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Pastoral Care, Guidance & Pupil Support, PgCert

University of Aberdeen

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  • Qualification

    Postgraduate Diploma

  • Location

    University of Aberdeen

  • Study mode

    Distance / Online

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    12 months

Course summary

This online programme aims to develop knowledge and skills in the field of support and pastoral care. All participants are expected to have some practical experience to offer and have the opportunity to be involved in aspects of supporting young people in their educational workplace setting or other appropriate agency.

This postgraduate programme is open to all professionals who have a caring role with young people.

It meets the continuing professional development needs of those who wish to extend their skills and knowledge into new areas of guidance, care and support which pertain within their establishment, but in particular, within an educational setting.

The general aims of the programme are to extend the skills, knowledge and understanding of the participants in the following ways:

  • critical evaluation and application of advanced professional knowledge and understanding;
  • commitment to critical self-evaluation and development;
  • enhanced and highly effective professional performance;
  • personal and professional commitment to an extended professional role and wider professional vision;
  • advocacy of change and professional action aimed at the development and improvement of practice;
  • development of professional values and knowledge through reflective and evidence-based practice;
  • working with others to bring about change and improvement to practice;
  • bridging theory and practice and critically applying and challenging research findings.

Qualifications gained by successful candidates often leads to enhanced promotional prospects in the candidates work place setting.

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 4,600per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Aberdeen

University of Aberdeen

University of Aberdeen

  • University League Table

    30th

  • Campus address

    University of Aberdeen, Directorate of External Relations, King's College, Aberdeen, Aberdeen, City Of, AB24 3FX, Scotland

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One of the top 30 universities in the UK (Complete University Guide league tables 2026).
Student population has over 130 nationalities and strong international global networks.
Experienced international student advisers with immigration expertise supporting students from application to graduation.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Theology & Religious Studies

    5th out of 22 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    156 74%

    9th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    72.0 72%

    14th

    12

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.54 88%

    3rd

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