Applied Child Psychology MSc at University of Sussex

Programme overview

Develop the skills to transform children’s lives. Explore learning, wellbeing and interventions with hands-on professional experience. The wellbeing of children and young people concerns us all. How can we improve their experience and make a positive difference to their future?

Department: School of Psychology | Duration: 1 year full time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Brighton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules: Contemporary Issues in Child Psychology, Psychology in the Family, ACP Research Dissertation, Child Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, Professional Assessment of Children, Psychology and the Future of Children's Services.

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Entry requirements

Degree requirements: You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Subject-specific requirements: Your qualification should be in psychology or a closely related subject such as neuroscience. Successful applicants will need to demonstrate relevant experience and training in research skills, a high level of statistical ability, and will normally have completed a research project or dissertation as part of their undergraduate studies. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. English language: IELTS (Academic) High level (6.5 overall, including at least 6.0 in each component). Apply by 1 August 2027 (international), 1 September 2027 (UK).

Domestic applicants: GBP 13,200 a year. for full-time students Source

International applicants: GBP 28,100 a year. for full-time students Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full time

Apply through the official page: https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/apply

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