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PostgraduateMSc

Applied Child Psychology

Keele University
Keele, England
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1 yearDuration
£5,700Per Year (Intl)
£10,400Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by Keele University, the MSc Applied Child Psychology provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in education and teaching. Based in Keele, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. The MSc in Applied Child Psychology is designed to prepare psychology graduates for the next stage of their career in research or applied developmental psychology. Students will benefit from the expertise of established expert researchers on topic areas including child social development (e.g., bullying and peer relationships), cognitive development (e.g., theory of mind, attention in autism and ADHD), education (e.g. girls and science and enhancing collaborative learning in the classroom) and more. International tuition fees are £5,700 per year, home/UK fees are £10,400 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £22,500 within three years.

What You'll Learn

Child Social Development and Peer Relationships
Cognitive Development and Learning Disorders
Research Methods in Developmental Psychology
Advanced Developmental Theory and Practice
Child Psychological Assessment and Intervention
Applied Research Project in Child Psychology
Professional Practice and Policy Applications
Developmental Psychopathology and Mental Health
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666
PTE Academic62

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£5,700

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£5,700

Home Student Fee

£10,400

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

75%Working
20%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
55%Professional Jobs
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About Keele University

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