Overview
Designed to give you a solid foundational knowledge in the core areas of psychology, particularly as applied within a developmental context, this course covers the core areas of psychology as identified by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and provides a graduate basis for chartered membership of the society (GBC).
Future careers
- This Developmental Psychology course at Sheffield Hallam University is appropriate for those interested in careers in teaching and in working with specific age groups.
- Previous graduates have gone on to apply for both educational and clinical psychology training posts as well as PhDs.
- Other alumni have also used the course to progress in their current positions or to change career entirely, such as working with children.
Accreditation
This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and confers eligibility for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC), provided you achieve an overall mark of at least 50 per cent and pass your dissertation. This is the first step towards becoming a Chartered Psychologist.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Cognitive Development And Psychobiology
- Psychology Of Differential Development
- Psychology Of Social Development
- Research Dissertation And Continuing Professional Development
- Research Issues In Applied Developmental Psychology
- Advanced Statistics And Design
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Credits
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Disciplines
Psychology Childhood Studies View 43 other Masters in Childhood Studies in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A 2:2 degree or above or equivalent in any subject.
- We may consider graduates with relevant work experience.
- If you do not have these qualifications, or you are unsure whether you have the equivalent, please contact us.
Tuition Fee
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International
14895 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 14895 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
8745 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 8745 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Sheffield
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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