MSc Developmental Science and Neurodiversity

The Developmental Science and Neurodiversity MSc at the University of Birmingham is a unique course that combines psychological theory with research skills to provide an understanding of how the human mind develops, the interplay between typical and atypical development, and the neurocognitive underpinnings of psychological functions.Course Content: This course offers core modules in advanced research methods, psychological theory, typical and atypical development, and neurodiversity. You will also gain experience by planning and conducting your own research project on a topic related to developmental science and neurodiversity. Key Modules: Core modules include Advanced Psychological Research and Analysis, Human Development and Neurodiversity, and Influential Research in Psychological Theory. Additionally, students undertake a dissertation project in an area of developmental science and neurodiversity of their choice.Accreditations: This course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), which allows eligible students to gain Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC). Future Careers: Graduates from this course can pursue further research (PhD) or gain employment in a wide range of sectors including educational psychology, clinical psychology, teaching, social work, speech and language therapy, educational policy and administration, and research assisting.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.