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Program Overview:
This program explores how people develop physically, cognitively, and socially throughout their lifespan. It’s perfect for students interested in understanding growth, learning, and behavior changes from infancy to adulthood.
Curriculum Structure
First Year
You will study foundational modules such as Introduction to Psychology, Developmental Psychology, and Research Methods, gaining a strong base in psychological theory and methods related to human development.
Second Year
In your second year, modules like Cognitive Development, Social Development, and Research Methods in Psychology help deepen your understanding of developmental processes and research techniques.
Third Year
The final year includes advanced modules such as Adolescence and Adulthood, Parenting and Attachment, and an independent Research Project, allowing you to explore specific developmental topics in depth.
Focus areas:
Human development, cognitive and social growth, lifespan psychology, research methods.
Learning outcomes:
Understand developmental stages, apply psychological research methods, critically evaluate theories of development, conduct independent research.
Professional alignment (accreditation):
Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), meeting standards for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership.
Reputation (employability rankings):
UEA is highly regarded for its psychology programs with strong graduate outcomes and research reputation.
At UEA, you’ll explore how humans develop across the lifespan, focusing on real-world applications through hands-on learning. The course provides access to specialised labs where you’ll conduct experiments on cognitive, social, and emotional development. You’ll develop strong research and analytical skills through practical workshops and your own supervised research project.
Here’s how you’ll gain practical experience:
Graduates from this program are prepared for careers in health, education, social care, and research. You’ll gain a strong foundation in developmental psychology that’s valued in many people-focused professions.
Typical roles include:
Child Development Specialist, Educational Psychologist Trainee, Research Assistant, Family Support Worker
Support available to you includes:
Further Academic Progression:
Many graduates continue with MSc or PhD studies in Developmental Psychology, Educational Psychology, or related fields — with UEA providing excellent research supervision and facilities.
IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components) TOEFL - Overall score of 79 with a subscore of 21GCSE - English Language and Mathematics at minimum grade 4 or grade C. Secondary school transcripts & certificates (e.g. A-level, IB, Access to HE, BTEC) showing required gradesA motivation letter/SOP demonstrating your interest in cognitive psychology, career goals, and academic background. Required by UCAS applications At least one (or two) academic references. These should be from teachers or lecturers who can speak to your academic abilities and suitability for the courseA scanned copy of your valid passport is required (for international fee and visa purposes) Child psychologistDevelopmental psychologistEducational psychologist assistantSpeech and language therapist assistantEarly years specialistResearch assistant in child developmentMental health support workerYouth workerSocial worker assistantBehavioral therapist
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