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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 |
MSc
Summary
**Reasons to choose Kingston**
- Facilities include a large child-friendly observation suite/test room with integrated cameras, a monitoring room and eye-tracking technology.
- You can gain industry work experience. Past students have had placements in nurseries, schools, mental health services, and charities for people with disabilities.
- 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**
- Applications of Psychological Research
- Cognitive and Social Development
- 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.
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 |
Summary
**Reasons to choose Kingston**
- Facilities include a large child-friendly observation suite/test room with integrated cameras, a monitoring room and eye-tracking technology.
- You can gain industry work experience. Past students have had placements in nurseries, schools, mental health services, and charities for people with disabilities.
- 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**
- Applications of Psychological Research
- Cognitive and Social Development
- 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.
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 |
Summary
**Reasons to choose Kingston**
– Facilities include a large child-friendly observation suite/test room with integrated cameras, a monitoring room and eye-tracking technology.
– You can gain relevant work experience. Past students have had placements in nurseries, schools, mental health services, play therapy and charities for people with disabilities.
– 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**
– Applications of Psychological Research
– Cognitive and Social Development
– Development in Typical and Atypical Populations
**Career opportunities**
The course is ideal for beginning or developing careers working with children in areas such as teaching, educational psychology, special educational needs, clinical/health, social work. Graduates work in schools, local authorities, private companies and universities.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | A 2:1 or above honours degree or equivalent in a related discipline. GCSE or equivalent at grade C/grade 4 or above in mathematics. A Disclosure Barring Service (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 | 15900 GBP for Year 1 |
---|---|
England | 9620 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 9620 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 9620 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 9620 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 15900 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
**Reasons to choose Kingston**
– Facilities include a large child-friendly observation suite/test room with integrated cameras, a monitoring room and eye-tracking technology.
– You can gain relevant work experience. Past students have had placements in nurseries, schools, mental health services, play therapy and charities for people with disabilities.
– 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**
– Applications of Psychological Research
– Cognitive and Social Development
– Development in Typical and Atypical Populations
**Career opportunities**
The course is ideal for beginning or developing careers working with children in areas such as teaching, educational psychology, special educational needs, clinical/health, social work. Graduates work in schools, local authorities, private companies and universities.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | A 2:1 or above honours degree or equivalent in a related discipline. GCSE or equivalent at grade C/grade 4 or above in mathematics. A Disclosure Barring Service (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 | 8745 GBP for Year 1 |
---|---|
England | 5291 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 5291 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 5291 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 5291 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 8745 GBP for Year 1 |
Kingston University
Overview
A vibrant, modern and supportive University based across four campuses, Kingston offers a wide range of postgraduate taught and research degrees. It offers people from all backgrounds and countries (148 at the last count) the opportunity to make a difference – not only to their own lives, but also to the world around them.
You’ll earn a postgraduate degree with a difference via 118 years of teaching excellence. We will help you to achieve your career goals by putting your academic knowledge into practice, gaining the problem-solving skills and flexibility you need to adapt to the changing …![endif]-->!--[if>
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