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MSc Psychology and Learning Disability

University of Portsmouth, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This Master’s course looks in detail at learning disability, neurodiversity and autism from a psychological perspective. Studying contemporary practices, critical theories and case studies, you’ll investigate how neurodivergent and learning disabled people can be best supported in healthcare, education and workplace settings.

Whether you're currently working with people with learning disabilities or you've recently graduated and you're looking to get started in this field, this MSc Psychology and Learning Disability degree is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge to develop your career and become a specialist.

It’s a part-time, distance learning course, which allows you the flexibility to fit your studies around work commitments. In Year 1, you’ll study modules that cover the core issues, and in Year 2 you’ll focus on your own research project with support from our expert tutors.

General Eligibility

  • A good honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject.

  • Applicants with a professional qualification not at degree level may be accepted - each application is considered on an individual basis according to academic qualifications as well as professional qualifications and experience.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

All modules on this MSc Psychology with Learning Disability course are core.

  • Psychology and Learning Disability Core Issues

  • Critical Intellectual Disability Studies

  • Autism Spectrum Conditions

  • Neurodiversity Studies

2 Year 2

All modules on this MSc Psychology with Learning Disability course are core.

  • Quantitative Qualitative and Literature based Research

  • Psychology Project by Distance Learning

Language Requirement

The IELTS score for international applicants is 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in each component).

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