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MSc Developmental Psychology

University of Kent, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

Our Developmental Psychology MSc graduates commonly go into the fields of health, teaching or further education. Many of our graduates take up roles as assistant psychologists in the NHS with a view to becoming a professional clinical psychologist, or pursue doctoral study and academic careers at higher education institutions. Because the MSc Developmental Psychology programme is taught by academics and professionals, it offers students wide opportunities to pursue a variety of careers.

General Eligibility

A final degree classification (grade average) of at least a 2.2 or Merit in the UK system. Results from institutions in other countries will be assessed individually according to this standard. However, applicants who do not meet this criterion are still welcome to apply, and their individual circumstances will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Modules

Compulsory modules currently include:

Statistics and Methodology

Advanced Topics in Cognitive Development

Advanced Topics in Developmental Psychopathology

Advanced Research Project: Proposal Development

Optional modules may include:

Social Psychology: Theoretical approaches and current debates

Neuropsychology of Ageing

Advanced Topics in Intergroup Relations

Social Psychology: Understanding and addressing social problems

Advanced Cognitive (Neuroscience) Methods in Practice

Developmental Psychology in Professional Practice

Mind, Brain and the Body

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.0
  • TOEFL78
  • PTE58
  • Duolingo79

IELTS (including IELTS Indicator) 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in R&W; 5.5 in S&L)

TOEFL iBT 90 overall (with a minimum of 22 in R; 21 in W; 17 in L; 20 in S)

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