MSc Developmental Psychology

The MSc Developmental Psychology at Sheffield Hallam University is a one-year full-time or two-year part-time course that is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS). It is designed for those who did not study a psychology degree and want to change careers or gain knowledge in developmental psychology and for psychology graduates who want to build on their skills.

This programme gives students a greater understanding of human development, focusing on mental, social, and behavioural aspects across their lives and is taught by experts in the field. The course covers core modules in areas like cognitive development, psychobiology, and social development, and finishes with a dissertation.

The course is taught through lectures, seminars, workshops, online learning and private study and is assessed through essays, research proposals, presentations, case studies, and applied writing.

Sheffield Hallam University is known in the UK for its fantastic teaching quality and for helping students get job-ready. It has won many awards and is known for its good reputation. The university has strong connections to businesses and the community, which helps students with projects and work placements.

The university offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in fields such as engineering, business, law, health, and the arts. The institution creates a welcoming and supportive environment and helps students gain the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their future careers.

Candidates are to submit a statement where they discuss their reasons for applying for the course, an academic and/or employer reference and CVs along with their applications.

Grade Requirements:

Candidates need a second-class (2.2) or above undergraduate degree in any subject. Relevant work experience will be considered, if the candidate does not meet the academic criteria.

English Proficiency:

Applicants need to score at least 6.5 overall in the IELTS test, with a minimum of 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in other sections. Other English language test scores, such as PTE and TOEFL IBT, are also accepted.

The tuition fee for the MSc Developmental Psychology course at Sheffield Hallam University for the 2025/26 academic year is £17,725.

Sheffield Hallam University offers scholarships to support students in their academics, such as the Transform Together Scholarships, which can provide up to 50% tuition fee reduction for the first year, and the Vice-Chancellor's Award, which offers financial support to international students. The GREAT Scholarships provide a £10,000 tuition fee waiver for postgraduate students from selected countries, including Nigeria, the Donor-funded scholarships and bursaries are also available for students in engineering fields and offer up to £3,000 per year (totalling close to £9,000 overall). Also, Commonwealth Shared Scholarships are offered to students from Commonwealth countries and Alumni discounts are also available for postgraduate study.

Graduates of the MSc Developmental Psychology programme from Sheffield Hallam University can become:

• Educational Psychologist
• Behavioural Therapist
• Research Assistant
• Child Psychologist
• Social Worker

Admission to the MSc Developmental Psychology programme is made through UCAS. If you need further assistance, we at AHZ can assist you with your application process.