The Postgraduate Certificate in Children's Rights and Participation at Queen's University Belfast is an online programme designed for professionals seeking to deepen their expertise in child rights law, policy, and practice. You will explore the critical interdisciplinary landscape of children's rights, utilising the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and other international standards to analyse laws and policies affecting young people. This course is ideal for those working with or for children, including public officials, NGO staff, educators, social workers, and healthcare providers, equipping you with advanced knowledge in this vital field.
This fully online Postgraduate Certificate is studied full-time over one year, offering a flexible learning experience through a combination of live and pre-recorded lectures, online tutorials, and interactive discussion forums. You will engage with leading academics at the internationally renowned Centre for Children’s Rights, developing your skills in child rights-based research methods. Assessments are varied, including assignments, audits, research proposals, and policy briefings, with no written examinations. You will graduate with enhanced capabilities to advocate for and improve outcomes for children in diverse professional contexts.