Cardiff,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc Childrens Psychological Disorders in Cardiff United Kingdom | Cardiff University
Cardiff University
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Cardiff United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
28,200
(c. USD37,584.4)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
This Master's program in Childhood Psychological Disorders provides comprehensive theoretical knowledge about the psychological elements contributing to emotional and behavioral challenges in children. Under the guidance of globally renowned specialists, you'll explore and investigate the origins of mental health issues and neurodevelopmental disorders such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism spectrum conditions, and conduct disorders during childhood. The curriculum delivers profound insights into optimal assessment methods for these conditions, preparing you to guide therapeutic approaches and recommend appropriate treatment pathways. Based at our specialized Centre for Human Development Science (CUCHDS), this degree also develops the competencies, expertise, and practical experience needed for successful careers in pediatric neurodevelopment, clinical child psychology, or school psychology. The program includes extensive professional training in evaluating children's emotional, cognitive, and neurodevelopmental functioning, diagnostic classification systems for childhood disorders, and behavioral observation techniques for child behavior and caregiver-child dynamics.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.5
Qualification Requirements
Typically, you will need to have the equivalent of 65% overall in a UK degree in Psychology or a Psychology-related subject, or a recognised equivalent qualification.
You will need to be able to handle scientific concepts, be numerate, and have excellent writing skills. A-levels in Biology, Chemistry, History, Mathematics, and English at grade A are desired.
Other essential requirements:
You will also need to provide:
two references, one of which should be an academic reference. If you are a current Cardiff University student, you are not required to supply references.
a personal statement of no more than 600 words which answers the six questions below.
Why would you like to study the MSc in Children's Psychological Disorders?
Why would you like to do this at the Cardiff University Centre for Human Development Sciences (CUCHDS)?
Which aspect of our course interests you most, and why?
Please discuss a research finding on children's psychological disorders which you found interesting.
How will completion of this course help you to achieve your career goals?
Please describe your familiarity and expertise in psychological research methods in general and SPSS in particular.
English language requirements:
IELTS with an overall score of 7.5 and 6.5 in all subskills, or an acceptable equivalent.
TOEFL iBT - Overall 109
International Baccalaureate English A: Language and Literature (first language)- HL6
You will need to be able to handle scientific concepts, be numerate, and have excellent writing skills. A-levels in Biology, Chemistry, History, Mathematics, and English at grade A are desired.
Other essential requirements:
You will also need to provide:
two references, one of which should be an academic reference. If you are a current Cardiff University student, you are not required to supply references.
a personal statement of no more than 600 words which answers the six questions below.
Why would you like to study the MSc in Children's Psychological Disorders?
Why would you like to do this at the Cardiff University Centre for Human Development Sciences (CUCHDS)?
Which aspect of our course interests you most, and why?
Please discuss a research finding on children's psychological disorders which you found interesting.
How will completion of this course help you to achieve your career goals?
Please describe your familiarity and expertise in psychological research methods in general and SPSS in particular.
English language requirements:
IELTS with an overall score of 7.5 and 6.5 in all subskills, or an acceptable equivalent.
TOEFL iBT - Overall 109
International Baccalaureate English A: Language and Literature (first language)- HL6
Tuition
GBP
28,200