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MSc Psychology of Child Development

MSc Psychology of Child Development

Different course options

Full time | Preston Campus | 1 year | SEP-25

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-25

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Developmental Psychology Youth Studies

Course Summary

Our MSc Psychology of Child Development course is designed to advance your knowledge of child psychology. Its ideal for graduates in Psychology (or related subjects) and a great development opportunity for professionals working with children. Throughout this course youll explore a wide range of theories and topics relating to the psychology of child development. Well give you a thorough grounding in research methods and analytical skills so that youll gain the ability to carry out empirical research in this field. In addition, youll gain an in-depth understanding of the latest theories, interventions and applications of psychology relevant to working with children and adolescents across a range of settings. Youll have access to extensive laboratory facilities. The School has developed two outstanding laboratory complexes in which you can develop a deeper understanding of the psychology of child development. The Child Observation Suite (COS) provides a facility for the observation, recording, coding and understanding of childrens behaviour. The Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience (DCN) lab enables a detailed examination of the brain and visual systems of young children and adolescents through a range of techniques, including eye tracking and electroencephalography (EEG).

Modules

This module focuses on peer relations and bullying in childhood, an area of social and developmental research which has become the subject of intense academic, professional and public interest. You will explore either, the nature and extent of bullying, effects of bullying, responses to bullying, childhood friendships or peer rejection and loneliness.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£9,450

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£17,900

Entry requirements

Applicants should hold at least 2:1 degree in related subject including sufficient psychology content and research skills. This need not necessarily be a degree accredited by the British Psychological Society as applicants from related subject areas will be considered for a place on the course. The admissions policy of the School is, however, to consider every applicant on their own individual merits therefore prospective students with a lower second class degree and a final year project and/or research methods and statistics grades at a higher level will be considered.

University information

The University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) is an international, multi-campus university leading the way in modern postgraduate learning today. The university’s main campus is located in Preston, Lancashire – a small yet thriving city which was recently named the best city in the north west of England to live and work (Demos-PwC Good Growth for Cities Index, 2024). The university has a student and staff community of around 42,000 people...more