Masters Degrees in Developmental Psychology

Accredited by the British Psychological Society.  Blended learning with a mix of flexible self-directed study at home, with rich face-to-face teaching experiences. Read more

Study psychology at postgraduate level and you become part of a diverse, dynamic and supportive community in which to research and learn. Read more

The MSc in Applied Developmental Psychology focuses on cultivating developmental psychologists who are equipped to navigate the complex and multidimensional nature of promoting life chances and improving people's wellbeing. Read more

Gain a greater understanding of how humans develop mentally, socially and behaviourally on a course accredited by the British Psychology Society. Read more

What are the key motives that affect people’s reactions to the social world? Develop critical, analytical and problem-solving skills while analysing the social psychological aspects of problems in a range of applied contexts. Read more

Explore biological, cognitive, social and development perspectives in psychology. Learn research methods and do your own research project. Read more

Combining research methodology training with in-depth study at the cutting edge of the field, our Developmental Science Master’s programme will give you real, nuanced insight into developmental psychological science with one of the UK’s largest groups of developmental psychologists. Read more

Psychology gives us valuable insight into many areas of life — from human behaviour in the classroom or courtroom to animal cognition and natural selection. Read more

Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience explores how the mind changes as children grow up, examining the environmental and biological influences on the developing brain.  You'll be provided with perspectives from developmental cognitive neuroscience and developmental and cognitive psychology, and receive hands-on training in brain imaging methods. Read more

This MSc aims to encourage an integrated understanding of child development and a range of childhood disorders. It also gives students an opportunity to apply this understanding in a clinical setting through a supervised placement in the second year within a mental health service. Read more

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. Read more

If you have little or no experience of psychology, this course will give you the essential knowledge, skills and experience needed for a first step towards a career in this exciting field. Read more

Are you interested in scientific research on psychopathology? Looking for in-depth insights into the developmental origins of mental health and clinical… Read more

Unlock the path to becoming a chartered psychologist with the Online MSc Psychology (Conversion) at the University of Hertfordshire. Read more

A degree for enquiring minds. A career path with diverse opportunities. Skills to make an impact To move your career toward clinical psychology, you'll learn to problem solve, make critical judgments, personal planning, project management, and effective written and verbal communication. Read more