MSc Counselling Children and Young People
Course overview
Birmingham City University MSc Applied Child Psychology is a one-year full-time or two-year part-time Master’s programme which offers thorough, practical study of child development that is cognitive, emotional, social, physical and neurological. Students of this course learn how to apply research methods to real-world settings, such as education and mental health services.
Teaching is done through research-led lectures, seminars, lab work and independent study and is assessed through essays, projects, presentations, a major empirical research study and an optional professional placement.
Entry requirements
Candidates are required to submit a personal statement detailing their motivation for applying for the course alongside an academic or employer reference, with an option to upload their CV to highlight work experience, particularly in child-related environments or research.
Grade Requirements:
- A minimum 2:2 undergraduate degree in Psychology, Education, Health & Social Care, Sociology, Childcare or a related subject is required.
- Applicants with a degree in a different subject may be considered if they can show significant and relevant work experience.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds must provide IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component (or an equivalent SELT score) to demonstrate sufficient academic English ability.
- Applicants can submit equivalent test scores, such as TOEFL and PTE
Scholarships
Bowater Financial Assistance Award
Graduate Scholarship
20% fee discount for BCU graduates undertaking Master’s or PhD study.
Up to 20% of feesInternational Postgraduate Scholarships
BCU is offering a scholarship of £3,000 to all self-funding international postgraduate students joining BCU on a full-time postgraduate taught Master’s degree in 2026.
Up to £3,000
Career opportunities
Graduates are prepared for job roles such as:
- Child and Adolescent Mental Health Practitioner
- Special Educational Needs (SEN) Support Officer
- Educational Psychology Assistant
- Early Years/Childcare Development Worker
- Research Assistant in child development or education
- Pastoral Care or Youth Support Worker
Cost of study
The tuition fees of this programme for international students are around £18,600 per year.
Admission
Applicants for the MSc Applied Child Psychology with Birmingham City University should visit the school application portal to apply. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors for guidance.
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