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Kingston University: Child Psychology
| Institution | Kingston University View institution profile |
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| Department | Psychology, Criminology and Sociology |
| Web | www.kingston.ac.uk/postgraduate |
| admissionsops@kingston.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 02033089932 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Reasons to choose Kingston
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Facilities include a large child-friendly observation suite/test room with integrated cameras, a monitoring room and eye-tracking technology.
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You can gain industry work experience. Past students have had placements in nurseries, schools, mental health services, and charities for people with disabilities.
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Kingston has links with local schools and external organisations for conducting applied research.
About this course
This course offers an advanced study of psychological development in children and the implications of psychological theory and research for practice. You will examine how developmental theories and research findings can be applied to a range of different areas. Examples include social policy, education, health and the development of children's relationships. The course covers themes such as atypical development. You will learn about a range of developmental disorders, such as autism spectrum disorders and dyslexia. The course also covers development across the lifespan (infants, children, adolescents and adults).
Example modules
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Applications of Psychological Research
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Cognitive and Social Development
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Development in Typical and Atypical Populations
For a full list of modules please visit the Kingston University course webpage.
Career opportunities
The course is ideal for beginning or developing your professional career in areas such as teaching, educational psychology, special educational needs, clinical/health, social work. Graduates work in schools, local authorities, NHS, private companies and universities.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree or above in psychology or a closely related discipline. GCSE or equivalent at grade C/grade 4 or above in mathematics. A DBS report is required once enrolled on the course. Candidates with non-standard qualifications but with relevant experience are welcome to apply. |
| Location | Penrhyn Road Campus Penrhyn Road Kingston upon Thames KT1 2EE |
Fees
| EU | 16200 GBP for Year 1 |
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| England | 9860 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 9860 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 9860 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 9860 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 16200 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree or above in psychology or a closely related discipline. GCSE or equivalent at grade C/grade 4 or above in mathematics. A DBS report is required once enrolled on the course. Candidates with non-standard qualifications but with relevant experience are welcome to apply. |
| Location | Penrhyn Road Campus Penrhyn Road Kingston upon Thames KT1 2EE |
Fees
| EU | 8910 GBP for Year 1 |
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| England | 5423 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 5423 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 5423 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 5423 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 8910 GBP for Year 1 |
Overview
Our new Town House Strategy will transform our students’ education. It will create a culture of high performance
that is inclusive, innovative, ambitious and enterprising.
Many of our courses are accredited by professional bodies and give you the opportunity to engage with industry experts. You will be taught by lecturers working as professionals in their field of expertise, including many who conduct world-leading research and have received prestigious awards. Many of our postgraduate courses offer a work placement, allowing you to gain essential experience relevant to your studies.
Above all, alongside our teaching and research credentials, we are known …
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