The MSci programme provides a rigorous approach to the range of psychological sciences combined with the opportunity to specialise in a particular sphere of knowledge on human behaviour and experience. 

On this course you'll explore both typical and atypical cognitive development. That means you'll cover issues such as autistic spectrum disorder, ADHD, Williams Syndrome, giftedness and developmental psychopathology. This course is ideal if you’re interested in a career in child and adolescent psychology, educational psychology, teaching, child health and welfare, and parenting and family support services. The theoretical and research components of the degree will also give you a strong foundation for progressing to postgraduate study in developmental science. 

In your third and fourth years, you’ll enjoy access to our state-of-the-art laboratory facilities, including the developmental dynamics lab and a fully-immersive virtual reality suite. You’ll also have the opportunity to demonstrate all you have learned by implementing an individual research project of your own. 

Your specialist knowledge and skills will develop as you select specific options and engage in higher level research in years 3 and 4. 

You’ll be able to choose from a range of psychology modules according to your interests, be they broad or specific. You’ll also have the chance to experience topics you may not have come across before. If you discover a new passion or interest during your first year, you’ll have the option to change to a different Psychology pathway, ensuring you’re on the right degree for you.

ACCREDITATION

All of our programmes are accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership. 

AFTER THE COURSE

The developmental psychology route is ideal for those preparing for a PhD in Developmental Science and will benefit anyone planning a career with a significant research component concerning children and families. A key strength of the programme is the opportunity to experience modern psychological research methods at first hand, and to undertake developmental lab skills training to acquire skills specific to your career aims. 

CAREER DESTINATIONS

The MSci routes lead to many career pathways ranging from: 

• Psychological Research in social issues, health services and education 

• Market and media research 

• Neuropsychological therapies and rehabilitation 

• Human-computer interaction 

• Data analytics 

• Child development