MSc, PG Dip Psychodynamics of Human Development

The MSc and PG Diploma in Psychodynamics of Human Development at Birkbeck University of London provide a comprehensive understanding of the psychological processes that underpin human development. Students will learn about the various theoretical approaches to human development, including psychoanalytic theory, attachment theory, and cognitive developmental theory. The course also covers research methods and statistical analysis, equipping students with the skills to design and conduct their own research projects. Graduates of this course will be well-prepared for careers in fields such as counseling, psychotherapy, and educational psychology.

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This course is ideal for individuals who are interested in understanding the complex psychological processes that shape human development. The program is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of these processes, as well as the skills to apply this knowledge in real-world settings. The university's location in London provides access to a diverse range of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, offering students a unique opportunity to learn from individuals with different experiences and perspectives.

Unlocking Human Potential: Why Choose Birkbeck University of London for Your MSc or PG Dip in Psychodynamics of Human Development

Birkbeck University of London is an ideal choice for this course due to its reputation for excellence in psychology research and teaching. The university's location in London provides access to a diverse range of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, offering students a unique opportunity to learn from individuals with different experiences and perspectives. Additionally, the university's commitment to interdisciplinary research and teaching aligns with the course's focus on understanding the psychological processes that underpin human development across multiple disciplines.

Our psychodynamics of human development course provides an understanding of human development through the theoretical and clinical issues raised by infant observation, through work-study seminars, and through psychoanalytic and Jungian analytic theories. This includes recent research in child development and contemporary issues in psychodynamic or Jungian analytic theory. You will also be taught research methods and complete an empirical or theoretical dissertation.

This course is designed to provide professional and personal development for those working in settings such as community care, counseling, social services, primary care, mental health, and education. It is a foundation, including accredited infant observation, for those considering psychotherapy training and it fulfills the entry requirements for a Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy Doctorate.

Graduates can pursue career paths in psychotherapy, psychology, and education. They can also apply for training in child and adolescent psychotherapy, adult psychoanalytic psychotherapy, or Jungian analytic psychotherapy. Possible professions include:

psychotherapist

clinical psychologist

further education lecturer

educational psychologist

careers adviser.

Read about how you can become a professional counselor or psychotherapist.

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Our standard postgraduate entry requirement is a second-class honors degree (2:2 or above), or an equivalent international qualification.