BSc (Hons) Developmental Psychology at University of East Anglia

Explore how people develop cognitively, emotionally, and socially from infancy to adulthood. Discover what shapes typical and atypical development. You’ll study both neurotypical and neurodivergent development, including autism and ADHD, and explore the factors that influence development across the lifespan.

Faculty: Faculty of Social Sciences  |  Department: School of Psychology  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with year abroad; 4 years full-time with placement year  |  Study mode: full-time (year abroad available) (placement year available)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Norwich, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In your first year, you’ll study one integrated core module that will provide a firm foundation for developing your understanding of psychological theory, research and its application.

Career pathways

With a degree in BSc Developmental Psychology, you could launch a career as a: Education Mental Health Practitioner: support children and young people with mild to moderate mental health needs in schools and community settings Assistant Psychologist: support qualified psychologists in delivering assessments, interventions and research across health, education or social care Neurodevelopmental Assessment Practitioner: help assess developmental profiles and contribute to diagnostic pathways for conditions such as autism and ADHD Family Support Worker: work directly with families to promote children’s wellbeing, development and safety Human Resources Officer: recruit staff, supports employee wellbeing and helps organisations manage people and workplace culture

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