The University of Sheffield
- United Kingdom, -
- Ranking
- #101-150 QS WUR Ranking by subject
- Course Official Website
Postgraduate
Level
Sep
Intake
12-Months
Duration
£27,500
Fee (Approx)
Concerned with the study of how humans change over time, our Developmental Psychology Master's programme provides you with a rigorous and detailed understanding of the discipline. The expertise gained from this course will give you an advantage in any career.Throughout your course, you'll learn the latest techniques in cutting-edge psychological research from the psychologists who are using them in their published studies. These include neuroimaging (EEG, fMRI), behavioural genetics, through experimental methodologies and clinical trial design, to qualitative interview, diary study methodologies and specialist methods for working with infants, children and clinical populations.We'll teach you the skills you need and give you the opportunities to apply them to the area of psychology that you're interested in: from cognitive and developmental, to social and clinical psychologyFrom week one, you'll begin training in a range of skills that are important for psychologists in academia and professional roles. You'll understand ethical issues in research, learn how to write a grant proposal, receive training in multivariate statistics, and develop your presentation skills ready to take part in our annual student-led summer conference.
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