Overview

Psychology - Developmental Psychology from Maastricht University will help you understand how certain behaviours and cognitive functions relate to a person’s psychological and biological constitution and the development of the brain. The cognitive-biological orientation of this programme is unique in Europe. You’ll study the most recent developmental theories and research findings.

Careers

This program will make you well-prepared to work as a psychologist or researcher in mental health or educational institutions.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Infancy

Perception, Attention and Motor Development

Practical Training: Measuring Attention and Executive Functions in Behavioural Paradigms

Practical Training: EEG and ERP

Development of Cognition and Language

Social Emotional Development

Practical Training: Psychological Tests

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Maastricht, Netherlands

Disciplines

Developmental Psychology View 3 other Masters in Developmental Psychology in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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90

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Other requirements

General requirements

A recent passport picture

A copy of your passport or your EU/EEA identity card: make a copy of the page with your personal details.

A copy of your most recent certified grades transcript and a copy of your certified diploma if you have obtained it

Your curriculum vitae

The completed Statistics and Methodology checklist

Letter of motivation.

Statement of completion

Copy of your language test with sufficient results (if applicable)

Bachelor's degree

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

21500 EUR / year

≈ 21500 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

2694 EUR / year

≈ 2694 EUR / year

Living costs

Maastricht

Netherlands

700 - 1170 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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