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MSc Educational Psychology

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M.Sc. in Educational Psychology

Programme Content & Structure

Based on the assumption that educational psychology is primarily about effective learning in different contexts, the programme includes the following taught academic modules that reflect the different ages/stages as well as the various organisational contexts that EPs work to.

There are 5 compulsory academic modules:

Year 1

• Introduction to Educational Psychology Practice
• Educational Psychology Practice in the Early Years
• Educational Psychology Practice in the Primary Years

Year 2

• Educational Psychology Practice in Secondary and Post-School Years
• Advanced Educational Psychology Practice

These modules are designed to facilitate exploration of the following curricular areas in a holistic and integrated manner: child and adolescent development - normal and exceptional; assessment and intervention - individual and systemic; contexts and systems in which children and young people develop and learn; research and evaluation methods; and transferable interpersonal and professional skills.

There are also 2 compulsory placement modules, undertaken in local authority Psychological Services, one in Year 1 and the other in Year 2.

For full details see the Programme Handbook.