Applied Child Psychology

Nottingham Trent University
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 1 Year Psychology

About this course

This course combines an in-depth critical evaluation of current theory pertaining to psychological development in children and adolescents with advanced training in relevant research methods. The implications of psychological theory for policy and practice in various areas, including education, clinical and social contexts are also considered. This an ideal course for anyone wanting a career that involves working with children or for those interested in securing a doctoral training place in educational psychology.*

(*Further study and / or a BPS-accredited conversion course conferring Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership may be required.)

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 1 Year

Qualification: MSc

Location: Nottingham

Part-time

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: MSc

Location: Nottingham

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

2229 Therapy professionals
3222 Child and early years officers
2224 Psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists
3229 Welfare and housing associate professionals
2323 Education advisers and school inspectors
2225 Clinical psychologists

Course Details

Qualification
MSc
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Nottingham
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Psychology