MSc Family and Child Psychology

at University of Chester

Learning

There are three elements to our course. Firstly, the substantive modules explore issues such as child development and the changing family. Secondly, the research methods and advanced skills modules will help you to develop a range of practical and professional skills. Thirdly, you will conduct a piece of original research. In all areas there is the chance to orientate the learning experience to areas that are of particular personal interest.

Modules
 

• Advanced Skills for Research and Practice
• Child and Adolescent Development
• Child and adolescent mental health and neuro-developmental disorders
• Family Lifestyle and Transition
• Family Psychology in Society
• Researching Thought and Behaviour
• Family and child psychology research dissertation

Home Students
 

• Generally we require an undergraduate honours degree (minimum 2:2) in psychology, or other social science degrees that contain an acceptable component of psychology.
• Applications from professionals working with children and families who have degrees in other areas will also be considered on an individual basis.

International/EU Students
 

• Generally we require an undergraduate honours degree (minimum 2:2) in psychology, or other social science degrees that contain an acceptable component of psychology.
• Applications from professionals working with children and families and who have degrees in other areas will also be considered on an individual basis.

International/EU Students

full course fee: £13,450

The University of Chester offers generous international and merit based scholarships for postgraduate study, providing a significant reduction to the published headline tuition fee. You will automatically be considered for these scholarships when submitting an application and any award given will be shown on your offer letter.

Graduates from our programme progress into a diverse range of roles working with children and their families in psychological, social work, forensic, health  and charitable settings. Graduates may also progress to further study at doctoral level.