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Family and Child Psychology – (M.Sc.)
University of Chester
Department of Psychology
| Location: | Chester / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Credits (ECTS): | 180 | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
Location of University of Chester
Family and Child Psychology focuses on the psycho-social aspects of families and the impact of family systems on the psychological development of children. This programme also offers students the opportunity to focus on the interaction between these areas of psychology and social policy and practice. The key areas that students will study on this course are child and adolescent development in the context of the family, family psychology in society and family lifestyles and transitions.
The course is designed to give an in-depth and critical understanding of the impact of diversity in family units on their members and, in particular, on child and adolescent development.
During the course students will also learn about the implications that such change can have in terms of social policy and on the interventions that may be required when families reach crisis.
Contents
Programme Structure
* In the Researching Thought and Behaviour module, students will learn about the research and analytical methods that they need to study Psychology.
* Child and Adolescent Psychology involves critically evaluating the latest theoretical approaches to the impact of diversity in developing families.
* In Skills for Applied Research, students will gain expert training in the successful management and completion of research projects in professional and applied settings.
* In Family Psychology in Society, students will learn about the current research and theory relating to the complex issues surrounding child care, child protection and abuse, domestic abuse and the impact of depravation. This module will also focus on key policies and legislation in these areas and on intervention at educational, legal and social service levels.
* In Family Lifestyles and Transitions, students will examine issues such as contemporary family systems theories, and look at diverse family units such as those containing single/absent parents or lesbian/gay parents.
* Practical Skills for Research will develop research and practical skills to an advanced level.
* In the Research Project, students develop knowledge and expertise in an area of particular interest.
Assessment
There are no examinations on this course. Students will be assessed via coursework and practical-type reports in all modules. We use a wide range of assessment methods, which are designed to develop research and transferable skills. These may include quantitative/qualitative research reports, dissemination exercises, observational case studies, individual and group presentations, paper reviews, or even a critical book review.
IELTS
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
Take testRequirements
Minimum of a lower second class honours degree, or equivalent, in psychology, or other social sciences degrees that contain an acceptable component of psychology.
Applications from professionals working with children and families and who have degrees in other areas will also be considered on an individual basis.
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.5 |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 85 |
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