Leading Education in Secure Environments (Short Course)
Course overview
Education is widely acknowledged as a powerful tool for steering individuals away from involvement in the criminal justice system. Despite its potential, the current reality for the 90,000 people in English prisons paints a bleak picture. Educational efforts within prison walls, often bundled under the umbrella of ‘purposeful activity’, focus on rehabilitation as their core objective.
However, the effectiveness of these endeavours remains questionable.
Key highlights
- Examines leadership of education within prisons and secure settings
- Explores education's role in steering people away from crime
- Critically evaluates prison 'purposeful activity' and rehabilitation-focused education
- Studied at postgraduate Level 7
Entry requirements
Homes Students
International students
This Postgraduate Level short course will benefit anyone with an interest in leading education in secure environments. You will ideally have: A bachelor's degree or equivalent. Experience working in either a formal or informal education setting.
Please note: If you do not meet the academic requirements detailed above but have at least 3 years of relevant work experience and have evidence of recent study or professional development (to demonstrate an ability to study at Level 7) we may consider your application.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarship
International Alumni Scholarship
Discount is for students advancing from Bachelor’s to Master’s level.
Careers this course leads to
- Prison education manager
- Head of learning and skills (prisons)
- Prison education tutor
- Youth justice education officer
- Offender learning coordinator
Cost of study
UK/Home: TBC | International: TBC
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Chester, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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