173 Master's degrees in Childhood Studies

This Child and Youth Care Studies programme from the University of Strathclyde is aimed at students with an interest in developing positive strategies for affirming and developing the professional identity of child and youth care practice. 

The Child Studies programme at Concordia University Montréal is a two-year, full-time Master of Arts degree. Students can choose between a thesis or internship track to explore child development and education. This 45-credit course offers a deep dive into cognition and social functioning within a vibrant urban setting.

The Child Law - part-time LLM at The University of Law is a flexible postgraduate programme designed for law and non-law graduates. This part-time course provides deep legal insights into child protection and rights. It is ideal for professionals seeking to advance in social work, mediation, or charity advising roles.

Azusa Pacific University's Counseling Psychology with Specialization in Children and Adolescents MS program offers a transformative path. Equip yourself to guide young minds through challenges, using evidence-based approaches to foster growth and resilience.

The M.Sc. in Early Childhood Studies - Teaching and Learning in Early Childhood Settings at Walden University is a professional postgraduate programme delivered via a public study mode. This flexible degree focuses on advanced developmental theories and inclusive practices, designed to be completed in as few as 11 months.

Help children and families cope with illness, grief and hospitalization with this Child Life Studies master degree offered by Missouri State University.

The Child Development and Family Studies program at Tarleton State University prepares you to make an impact in the quality of life for others, while helping you advance your social work career. As an advanced practitioner in Social Work, you will rely upon a variety of theoretical perspective apply real-world interventions at all levels of practice.

This Child and Adolescent Psychotherapeutic Counselling from University of Cambridge is designed for those who work with young people in educational or other settings who have either satisfactorily completed the Introduction to Child and Adolescent Counselling Skills (32-hour course) or have an equivalent qualification.

The Child, Youth and Family Studies M.Sc. at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln offers advanced professional training through on-campus study. This public programme provides flexible pathways, including thesis and non-thesis options, to prepare students for research or practice-based careers over a 36 to 51 credit duration.

The Child and Family Development programme at San Diego State University is a public M.S. degree designed for working professionals. Spanning two years, this course focuses on social and emotional growth within diverse community contexts. It provides advanced expertise for those seeking leadership roles or future doctoral studies.

The Master of Arts in Teaching - Child Development, Early Education and Family Studies (Birth-Kindergarten) program from North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University is designed for college graduates who have earned a bachelor’s degree in child development and family studies, early childhood education, consumer sciences.

The online MS in Developmental Psychology - International Perspectives in Developmental Psychology program from Walden University, you will apply theory, research, and practices in the field of developmental psychology to real-world settings.

This two-year research programme is designed to teach students high-quality research skills in Child and Education Studies. It offers a solid base for either an academic or a professional career. Graduates are able to design, conduct and evaluate applied scientific research, and can make the link between (clinical) practice and science.

The Master of Arts in Child, Family and Community Studies at Technological University Dublin is a part-time programme designed to be completed over two years. This course is ideal for individuals seeking to deepen their understanding of social services and community development while balancing other commitments.

The Youth Development Leadership programme at the University of Minnesota is a specialised M.Ed. degree designed for professionals. This public study mode course focuses on advanced practice in childhood studies and leadership. It prepares students to manage and lead youth-serving organisations effectively over its duration.

The Education, Children and Youth M.Sc. at University College Dublin is a one-year, full-time programme delivered on campus. This interdisciplinary course focuses on research, policy, and practice regarding young people. It explores global welfare and well-being through a multi-disciplinary lens for professional growth.

The Child and Family Law degree from Loyola University Chicago is designed to sharpen and inform both qualities. This program offers a comprehensive study of the most current legal issues involving children and their families.

The M.S. in Family and Child Studies – Family Science at the University of Central Oklahoma is a comprehensive postgraduate programme delivered via a flexible public study mode. Spanning approximately two and a half years, this curriculum prepares experts to support and empower diverse family systems and individuals.

The Family and Child Studies - Infant and Child Specialist M.S. at the University of Central Oklahoma is a comprehensive postgraduate programme. Delivered on campus in a public study mode, this degree focuses on early childhood intervention and family dynamics to prepare experts for vital roles in community support.

The programme of Parenting and Child Development consists of four substantive courses devoted to the following subjects: