Child and Adolescent Psychology, MSc
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Postgraduate
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1 Year
This course is ideal if you are interested in careers working with children and young people. You will gain an in-depth understanding of current issues in child and adolescent psychology and learn to apply this theory to real-life settings by undertaking a placement. You will also conduct a substantial piece of research in child and adolescent psychology and choose from one of three optional modules.
For those looking for a research career in developmental psychology, our teaching staff are active researchers in their fields. You will receive training in advanced statistics and research methods which will prepare you for further postgraduate research. We have well-equipped facilities and laboratories and pride ourselves on combining high-quality teaching with world-class research.
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About this course
An honours degree (normally 2:1 or above) from a psychology programme accredited by the BPS
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An honours degree in psychology or equivalent subject (normally a 2:1 or above) and successful completion of a research methods assessment.
What you should know about this course
Our psychology degrees are ranked first in London for student satisfaction by the Complete University Guide 2018.
Our department is a trusted provider of excellent academic degrees and vocational training. We are consistently rated highly in the National Student Survey.
Located across the University's iconic Greenwich Campus.
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Subjects
- Psychology
- Teaching
- Art
- Statistical Methods
- Psychology Activity
- Child Development
- Research
- Delinquency
- Psychopathy
- Learning
Course programme
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
- Child and Adolescent Psychology in Practice (30 credits)
- Advanced Statistical Methods in Psychology (30 credits)
- Advanced Research Methods for Child Development (15 credits)
- MSc Psychology Project (60 credits)
- Development of Delinquency and Psychopathy (15 credits)
- Developmental Disorders of Language, Learning and Cognition (15 credits)
- Current Issues in Child and Adolescent Psychology (15 credits)
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Child and Adolescent Psychology, MSc