Course summary
Help children and young people with a Master’s in Child and Adolescent Psychology. This course is ideal if you are interested in careers working with children and young people. You will gain an in-depth understanding of current issues in child and adolescent psychology and learn to apply this theory to real-life settings by undertaking a placement. You will also conduct a substantial piece of research in child and adolescent psychology and choose from one of three optional modules. For those looking for a research career in developmental psychology, our teaching staff are active researchers in their fields. You will receive training in advanced statistics and research methods which will prepare you for further postgraduate research. We have well-equipped facilities and laboratories and pride ourselves on combining high-quality teaching with world-class research. What you should know about this course
- Number one in London for graduate prospects (2022 Complete University Guide Annual League Table - Psychology).
- Our department is a trusted provider of excellent academic degrees and vocational training. We are consistently rated highly in the National Student Survey.
- Located across the University's iconic Greenwich Campus.
Modules
All degree courses are made up of modules – individual units of study on different topics. Some modules are compulsory; others can be chosen from a list of options. Our website has full details of your degree structures, module content, and how each module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website, can be found at the bottom of this page.
Assessment method
You will be assessed by coursework including essays, portfolios, oral presentations, practical research reports, and research posters and examinations. You will also be required to produce an independent piece of work based on your work placement and an independent project reporting on a substantial research area including the collection of empirical data or equivalent.
Entry requirements
An undergraduate (honours) degree at 2:2, or above, in Psychology accredited by the BPS Or An undergraduate (honours) degree at 2:2, or above, in a relevant subject and successful completion of a research methods assessment. Further information about entry To start “Stage 2” towards becoming a Chartered Occupational Psychologist in the UK, in addition to an accredited MSc in Occupational Psychology (like this course) you must have Graduate Basis for Chartership (GBC) membership. This is typically obtained through a British Psychological Society (BPS)-accredited undergraduate or conversion degree (we offer the MSc Psychology Conversion degree here at Greenwich). If you studied Psychology overseas, it may also be possible to obtain GBC, if your undergraduate degree contained sufficient psychology content, as reviewed by the BPS (you must apply to the BPS directly). If your intention is to become a Chartered Occupational Psychologist, you can complete this MSc in Occupational Psychology before or after your BPS-accredited undergraduate degree, conversion course or GBC application. The background in psychology and research methods conferred by meeting GBC requirements are helpful but not essential for this MSc course. See here for more info. Placements that involve working with children / young people under 18 years Overseas applicants If you are an overseas student, currently living overseas, or have spent a lot of time living abroad during the last 5 years, you must obtain a Police Certificate of Good Conduct from the Local Law Enforcement body of that country. This must be issued in English by your local police station. You should obtain this before arriving in the UK. See UK government guidance. All applicants All applicants who wish to take placements that involve working directly with children and young people under 18 years must complete an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check and an occupational health check once they start the course. For overseas students, this is in addition to the international Police Certificate of Good Conduct. If you already hold an Enhanced DBS disclosure in the UK that is registered with the Update Service, it may be possible to use this instead.
English language requirements
"We accept a wide range of English language qualifications. For our English entry requirements, please click on the link below. https://www.gre.ac.uk/international/help-and-support/courses"
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £11325 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £11325 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £11325 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £11325 | Year 1 |
| EU | £17975 | Year 1 |
| International | £17975 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
These fees are currently set for 2025/26 entry. For more information, please visit: https://www.gre.ac.uk/finance/fees
Sponsorship information
We understand that the transition into postgraduate study can be confusing when it comes to finances. The University of Greenwich has a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and other financial support measures to support students that require it most. More information can be found on our website at www.greenwich.ac.uk/finance/funding-your-studies
Provider information
University of Greenwich
Old Royal Naval College
Park Row
Greenwich
SE10 9LS