Taught course

Development, Disorders and Clinical Practice

Institution
University of York · Department of Psychology
Qualifications
MSc

Entry requirements

2:2 or equivalent in Psychology or a relevant discipline such as Education, Linguistics or Speech and Language Therapy. We will be looking for evidence of strong marks in relevant modules including: developmental psychology, modules relating to mental health, and research methods and statistics.

Months of entry

September

Course content

This course combines theoretical grounding in development and its disorders with practical training in clinical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. You will focus on dyslexia, developmental language disorder, autism, ADHD, and dyscalculia.

Combining perspectives from developmental and cognitive psychology, developmental and educational neuroscience, and applied clinical and educational practice, you'll look at topical issues such as co-morbidity between disorders, and the implications of cognitive disorders for children’s mental health.

Information for international students

If English isn't your first language you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability. We accept the following qualifications:

IELTS (Academic and Indicator) 6.5, minimum 6.0 in each component

For more information see our postgraduate English language requirements.

Fees and funding

UK students
https://www.york.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/fees/
International students
https://www.york.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/fees/

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • MSc
    full time
    12 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name
Dr Hannah Hobson
Email
hannah.hobson@york.ac.uk
Phone
+44 (0)1904 323142