Child Psychology MSc
Kingston University
Key Course Facts
Course Description
Reasons to choose Kingston – Facilities include a large child-friendly observation suite/test room with integrated cameras, a monitoring room and eye-tracking technology. – You can gain relevant work experience. Past students have had placements in nurseries, schools, mental health services, play therapy and charities for people with disabilities. – Kingston has links with local schools and external organisations for conducting applied research.
About this course This course offers an advanced study of psychological development in children and the implications of psychological theory and research for practice.
You will examine how developmental theories and research findings can be applied to a range of different areas. Examples include social policy, education, health and the development of children’s relationships.
The course covers themes such as atypical development. You will learn about a range of developmental disorders, such as autism spectrum disorders and dyslexia. The course also covers development across the lifespan (infants, children, adolescents and adults).
Example modules – Applications of Psychological Research – Cognitive and Social Development – Development in Typical and Atypical Populations
Career opportunities The course is ideal for beginning or developing careers working with children in areas such as teaching, educational psychology, special educational needs, clinical/health, social work. Graduates work in schools, local authorities, private companies and universities.
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All other courses
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- 6.0
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
Tuition Fees Child Psychology MSc
| EU | £16200 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| England UK | £9860 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9860 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9860 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9860 | year 1 |
| International | £16200 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
University Rankings
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About Kingston University
Founded in 1899, Kingston University is located in the suburban town of Kingston upon Thames, London. The university’s four campuses can be found in and around the town centre, with a free shuttle bus helping students to get there. This university offers what they call Flexi-stay accommodation, which allows students to book rooms in their residence halls for periods in which they expect to be studying exceptionally hard.
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Student composition of Kingston University
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Total number of students enrolled at Kingston University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 12155
- postgraduates:
- 4525
- Total:
- 16680
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Psychology”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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