BSc (Hons) Developmental Psychology

Developmental psychology is the study of how we develop cognitively, emotionally and socially, particularly during infancy, childhood and adolescence. On our Developmental Psychology programme, you’ll combine a strong core of psychology studies with developmental perspectives on cognition and behaviour. You’ll explore a range of theoretical ideas and research evidence, learning to critically evaluate the latest psychological theories and develop ideas of your own.

You’ll benefit from research-led teaching in a balance of small and larger groups. UEA’s School of Psychology has been ranked 14th overall for research quality in Psychology, Psychiatry and Neuroscience in the Times Higher Education REF 2021 Analysis. Throughout your time here you’ll be supported by your individual academic advisor, as well as having access to the University’s Learning Enhancement and Wellbeing Teams.

To prepare you for your studies and ease you into university life you’ll have the opportunity to complete a four-week pre-arrival module. On this course, you’ll explore both typical and atypical cognitive development. That means you’ll cover issues such as autistic spectrum disorder, ADHD, Williams Syndrome, giftedness and developmental psychopathology.

You’ll be able to choose from a range of psychology modules and have the chance to experience topics you may not have come across before. If you discover a new passion or interest during your first year, you’ll have the option to change to a different P