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Master of Developmental Science
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
One-year full-time Master of Science programme in Developmental Science offered by the School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Critically analyse advanced concepts and current developments in Developmental Science. Select and apply relevant analytical
- Research or professional methods. Present evidence-based findings and manage complex specialist projects.
Career outcomes
- Research design
- Data management and processing
- Statistical modelling and interpretation
- Synthesis and communication of complex literature
Curriculum
- One-year full-time programme. You will take courses on the theoretical and methodological aspects of developmental science and conduct an original research dissertation in one of these areas. Courses named on the page include Psychological Research Skills: General advanced research methodology
- Developmental Science 1
- Developmental Science 2. Options include Brain Imaging in Cognitive Neuroscience
- Clinical Neuropsychology
- Neuroscience of Language.
Entry requirements
Academic
- A UK 2:1 honours degree
- or its international equivalent
- Either in psychology or in a cognitive-science related discipline.
Accepted academic background
Bachelor degree with excellent or very good classification from a recognised institution, In a relevant subject for most programmes.
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Academic Certificates
- English Language Test Results
- Personal Statement.
How to apply
- Check the programme's entry requirements and application deadline on its degree finder page. Apply online through the Apply section of the programme page. The page states whether an application fee applies. Provide a personal statement
- Degree certificates and transcripts
- References
- English language evidence and certified translations. Track your application online and wait for the decision (usually 6 to 8 weeks). Accept the offer and pay the tuition deposit if the programme asks for one. Apply early if you need a visa
- As the page advises.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £34,860 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £35 GBP |
| Deposit | £45,687 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Central Area |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences |
| Department | General Studies |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
Tuition is £34,860 GBP per year. The application fee is £35 GBP. The deposit is £45,687 GBP. The estimated living cost is £10,539 GBP.
An interview is required.

