MSc Developmental Psychology

Candidates must submit a personal statement in which they describe their interest in developmental psychology and relevant prior academic or professional experience. A suitable academic and/or employer reference is also required, and applicants may upload a CV to show related work or research involvement.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants are expected to hold a relevant honours degree, for example, a Second class lower degree  2:2 or equivalent in psychology, cognitive science, education, or a related subject.
• Applicants with other backgrounds may be considered if they demonstrate strong academic competence and an interest in developmental research.

English Language Requirements:

• If English is not your first language, you must provide evidence of English proficiency. This requires an IELTS score of around 6.5 overall, with no subsection score below 5.5 in listening and reading and a 6.0 in speaking and writing.

Graduates of the MSc Developmental Psychology from the University of Dundee gain specialist knowledge in child and adolescent development and research skills suited to a range of professional settings. Possible career paths include:

• Assistant Psychologist or Psychological Support Worker
• Educational or Developmental Practitioner in schools or health settings
• Research Assistant in developmental psychology or cognitive science
• Speech and Language Therapy Associate
• Children’s Services or Youth Work Specialist

The tuition fee for international students on the MSc Developmental Psychology in the University of Dundee is £23,700 per year. Please note that tuition fees are reviewed annually and may increase.

Submit your application for the MSc Developmental Psychology at the University of Dundee through the university’s portal.  To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.