MSc Trauma-Informed Practice

The MA Trauma-Informed Practice at Teesside University, Middlesbrough is a master’s degree designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of trauma and its effects on both physical and mental well-being across a range of professional settings. The programme takes a strengths-based approach, focusing on creating safety and empowerment for trauma survivors.

Key topics include early childhood development, the impact of adversity, and relational trauma. By completing this qualification, students will develop the confidence, critical insight, and adaptability needed to take on specialist or senior professional roles in trauma-informed fields.

The teaching approach blends lectures, interactive workshops, and seminars—often held outside regular working hours to support part-time learners and professionals. Assessments include written assignments and ongoing formative evaluations throughout each module. The course culminates in a Trauma-Informed Practice Dissertation, an independent research project in a specialist area of the student’s choice.

Teesside University is a public institution in Middlesbrough, originally established as Constantine Technical College in 1930. The university’s mission is to enhance lives and stimulate economic growth through education, research, and innovation, with strong partnerships across industries and professional sectors.

With over 22,600 students and major investments in teaching facilities, Teesside offers a dynamic and supportive study environment. The university provides a broad range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in fields such as health, engineering, digital media, computer games design, and criminology. It is especially recognised for its forensic science, criminology, policing, and health-related courses, as well as impactful research in Health & Wellbeing, Net Zero, and Community Development (People and Place).

Applicants must provide certified academic transcripts for all qualifications. Professional or post-experience qualifications in related fields may also be considered for admission.

Grade Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree: A good honours degree (minimum 2:2) in a relevant discipline.

English Language Requirements:

• IELTS: Overall score of 6.5, with no component below 5.5.
• Equivalent scores from other recognised English language tests are also accepted.

Teesside University offers several ways to reduce students' tuition fees. The Global Excellence Scholarship offers £2,000 off the first year's fee for international students who show strong academic performance. As foreigners continuing from a Teesside undergraduate degree to a postgraduate program, students qualify for the Alumni Scholarship, which gives them a £1,000 discount on their first year. Furthermore, students from certain countries may be eligible for a £10,000 award through the British Council GREAT Scholarships program. Students from the European Union (EU) may be eligible for a £7,000 fee reduction through the EU Scholarship, and applicants from China can receive the China Merit Scholarship worth £3,000.

Graduates of the MA Trauma-Informed Practice can pursue careers in education, healthcare, social services, and criminal justice. Potential roles include:

• Social Worker
• Teacher or Educational Leader
• Health Care Worker
• Police or Criminal Justice Professional
• Mental Health Practitioner

Applications for the MA Trauma-Informed Practice can be submitted through the Teesside University online application portal. For assistance or step-by-step guidance with your application, please reach out to AHZ Consultants.