Child and Adolescent Psychology

Entry requirements

An honours degree (normally 2:1 or above) from a psychology programme accredited by the BPS

Or

An honours degree in psychology or equivalent subject (normally a 2:1 or above) and successful completion of a research methods assessment.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Help children and young people with a Master’s in Child and Adolescent Psychology.

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.