BSc (Hons) Psychology with Developmental Disorders
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This BSc (Hons) Psychology with Developmental Disorders degree combines the study of key aspects of psychology with a range of developmental disorders, including dyslexia, dyspraxia and autism. This includes assessment, understanding, intervention, and safeguarding children and young people.
During the Psychology with Developmental Disorders course you will foster a clear understanding of evidence-based practice and you'll complete placements which may include educational settings such as local schools and pupil referral units
Graduates can consider careers in educational psychology after professional experience and postgraduate study, PGCE courses, or further study in special educational needs, occupational therapy, or speech and language therapy.
What you will study
You will complete modules covering all core areas in psychology necessary to gain British Psychological Society accreditation. This includes research methods, cognitive, social, biological and developmental psychology as well as the study of individual differences and historical issues in psychology. You will also complete a final year dissertation which will allow you to explore a topic of your choice in more depth by undertaking a research project. Additionally you will learn about a range of developmental disorders; including Autism Spectrum Disorders, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia (or Developmental Coordination Disorder), Speech and Language Impairment and ADHD. This will include issues relating to understanding, assessment, and intervention and will be complemented by placement and classroom related activities.
Year One: Psychology with Developmental Disorders Degree
- Introduction to Developmental Disorders (40 credits)
- Investigating Methods in Psychology (40 credits)
- Perspectives in Psychology (20 credits)
- Critical Readings in Psychology (20 credits)
Year Two: Psychology with Developmental Disorders Degree
- Screening and Assessment of Developmental Disorders (40 credits)
- From Cells to Consciousness (20 credits)
- Lifespan Development in the Social Context (20 credits)
- Professional Practice and Employability (20 credits)
- Advanced Methods and Evidence in Psychology (20 credits)
Year Three: Psychology with Developmental Disorders Degree
- Advanced Research Methods: Dissertation (40 credits)
- Management and support of individuals with developmental disorders (20 credits)
- Applying knowledge of developmental disorders to practice (20 credits)
Plus two options from the list below (all 20 credits):
- Health Psychology Across the Lifespan
- The Psychology of Education and Work
- Psychological Disorders and Therapeutic Interventions
- Applications of Social Psychology
- Cognitive Neuropsychology and Neuroscience
- Forensic Psychology
Careers
You’ll be well equipped for careers in the third sector, social care settings and education sectors but could also consider careers in the healthcare or criminal justice sectors, working with those who have developmental disorders. With further study and training you could consider a career in Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Clinical Psychology or Educational Psychology. You could opt to undertake a PGCE qualification to continue your studies focusing on special educational needs. Whatever you decide, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to help enhance your future career prospects and to make an impression on a future employer.
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