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An Adventure in Academia
Accredited Global Learning with CGCS
At the Centre for Global Citizenship Studies (CGCS), we turn meaningful volunteering and travel into recognised, credit-bearing qualifications. Whether you’re engaging in a global service trip, pursuing a specialist interest, or contributing locally, our courses add structure, reflection, and academic recognition—so your impact counts.
Assignments are built around each learner’s own service activities, making the program both rigorous and personal. These Ofqual-regulated diplomas carry 16 UCAS Tariff Points in the UK and up to 9 transferable US credits, supported by our partnership with Hartwick College (NY, USA).
Why Choose CGCS?
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Impact with accountability: Every course links reflection, practical application, and measurable outputs.
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Recognised qualifications: Ofqual-regulated diplomas + US-accredited short courses.
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Flexible by design: 100% online, asynchronous, and compatible with group trips or independent service.
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Progression focused: Strengthens university and college applications, career pathways, and personal growth.
Make Your Impact Count
Whether you’re planning a gap year, preparing for university, or leading a school service trip, CGCS ensures your efforts are recognised globally. Explore our Diplomas and Short Courses today, and turn meaningful experiences into lifelong opportunities.
Level 3 | 41 UK CATS | 20–21 ECTS | 9 US Credits
Our flagship qualification blends academic study with hands-on volunteering abroad. Students complete online modules before, during, and after their placement, connecting theory with practice.
Specialist tracks include:
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Marine Conservation – Dive into ecosystems and contribute to ocean protection.
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Wildlife Conservation – Protect endangered species and restore habitats.
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Global Citizenship – Explore global challenges and develop intercultural competence.
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Global Health – Engage with public health, community well-being, and ethical healthcare practice.
Level 3 | 38 UK Credits | 16 UCAS Points | 9 US Credits
A pathway for those serving in local communities. Designed for CAS projects, Duke of Edinburgh, National Citizen Service, schools, and youth groups, this diploma:
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Embeds cultural awareness, safeguarding, and ethics.
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Guides students to plan, deliver, and reflect on service projects.
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Links local volunteering to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
For students wanting focused recognition, our stand-alone online modules provide flexibility and transfer credit:
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Marine Conservation & Ocean Stewardship
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Wildlife Conservation
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Global Citizenship & Social Responsibility
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Global Health Perspectives & Medical Foundations
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Professional Development & Effective Communication
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Personal Development & Wellness
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Global Service Reflection