MSc Clinical Child Psychology at Anglia Ruskin University

Go beyond the theory and work towards a clinical career with children and adolescents with this Master’s degree in Clinical Child Psychology. You can choose to start this course in September, January or May. Course durations are 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time (September starts), or 15 months full-time or 32 months part-time (January and May starts).

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: September 2027, January 2027, May 2027  |  Location: Chelmsford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Explore common mental health and neurodevelopmental disorders that can shape childhood and adolescence, from mood disorders to externalising disorders and neurodevelopmental conditions. Through a clinical focused curriculum, you'll build foundational knowledge and skills in child psychology, including diagnosis, assessment, formulation and treatment. Year 1: Diagnosis and Treatment in Clinical Child Psychology, Topics in Clinical Child Psychology, Issues in Scientific Research, Psychology Dissertation, Essential Research Methods.

Career pathways

This programme gave me the confidence, research skills, and support to build a meaningful career in child psychology. Take the next step towards a career supporting children and adolescents in clinical, mental health, social care or educational settings.

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