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University of East Anglia UEA

3 developmental-psychology courses EASTERN ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 25th
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WUSCA ranking: 49th
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The campus is very buzzy and I have made lots of good friends. My course is fantastic and I am able to access so much to help me out. All the food spots are great especially as I have the very handy Campus meal plan.

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University of South Wales

1 developmental-psychology courses WALES
Subject ranking: 65th
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WUSCA ranking: 88th
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It is one of the largest British universities with accreditation of The Institute of Engineering and technology. Also, it has 95% employability rate within 6 months of Graduation with professional qualities and skills. They offer Assistance from Careers and Employability Service during our studies and after our graduation. USW Offers 500+ courses with unique & realistic course modules. Moreover USW’s research and teaching are focused on the global challenges. It is situated in an outstanding part of the UK with city life, mountains, coast and precious campuses. There are cultural diversity stunning beaches and breathtaking countryside. They provide facilities like 15-weeks work project opportunity. Dedicated Mac & PC labs with specialist facilities. Always working with the latest technologies & development tools. Calypto lab, with software licenses & support for the Catapult C toolset, sponsored by Calypto Design Systems Inc. Renesas Embedded Systems Lab includes 25 new high-end terminals running advanced tools. Work on industrial case studies and be involved in ‘live’ mini-projects. All these things make University of Southwales different from others and it stand unique in it’s own way.

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Nottingham Trent University

2 developmental-psychology courses EAST MIDLANDS
Subject ranking: 54th
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WUSCA ranking: 5th
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Best aspects of studying Psychology at NTU: One of the strongest aspects is how structured and career-focused the course is. The modules are clearly organised, and there’s a strong emphasis on applying psychological theory to real-world settings, which makes the content feel relevant rather than purely academic. The teaching staff are generally approachable and knowledgeable, and many have practical or research experience that they bring into lectures and seminars. Another highlight is the range of resources available. NTU provides good access to online journals, research databases, and study spaces, which is especially useful for assignments and dissertations. The course also gradually builds your research skills, particularly in statistics and methods, which are essential for psychology but often difficult—NTU tends to scaffold this learning quite well. The campus environment is also a plus. It’s modern, well-maintained, and has a supportive atmosphere. There are plenty of societies and opportunities to get involved, which helps balance academic work with social life. Worst aspects / areas for improvement: A common challenge is the heavy focus on statistics and research methods, which can feel overwhelming—especially if you don’t have a strong maths background. While support is available, it can sometimes feel fast-paced, and not everyone finds the teaching style in this area accessible. Another downside is that feedback on assignments can occasionally be inconsistent or not detailed enough to clearly guide improvement. This can make it harder to understand how to progress between grades. Some lectures, particularly in larger modules, can feel quite impersonal due to class size. More interactive or discussion-based sessions would improve engagement and deepen understanding. Finally, like many psychology degrees, there can be a gap between theory and hands-on experience. More placement opportunities or practical exposure (e.g., working with clients or in applied settings) would make the course even stronger for those planning careers in mental health or applied psychology. What makes it a great place overall? Strong academic structure and clear progression Good research training and resources Supportive environment and modern campus Career-relevant content Top tips for improvement: More tailored support for statistics and methods More detailed and consistent assignment feedback Increased interactive teaching (seminars, discussions) Greater access to placements or practical experience

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Royal Holloway, University of London

1 developmental-psychology courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 26th
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Most of the lecturers are great and very talented. But I would say the first year is very intense in terms of pace and the amount of content for each lecture so a little overwhelming. There’s a large amount of neuroscience and stats. Feedback can be a bit vague. There are societies and sport clubs. I tried a few societies but found them cliquey but others like them. Can’t comment on SUbas I’m a commuter and never been. The location of the uni is pretty isolated and boring. I’m a commuter but would feel bored living in Egham. It just feels like a village and is a 2 mile round walk. The uni is next to an A road and the walk up the hill is dodgy (narrow path). The people here tend to be on the posh side. I do think the campus and library is pretty, there’s a good library and teaching quality is good.

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Modules
Year 1
  • Academic Integrity
  • How to be a Psychologist
  • Understanding Development across the Lifespan
  • Understanding Individuals and Groups
  • Understanding Mental Health and Wellbeing
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University of Chichester

1 developmental-psychology courses SOUTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 47th
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WUSCA ranking: 70th
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I love this uni. It’s great! What I love so much about it is how close your course is. With each year consisting of very few students you really become a family whereas, other universities you rarely even speak to people on the same course as you! The student life is good but it can be a bit dull due to the lack of student based businesses in Chichester and Bognor meaning that for anything ‘trendy’ you are expected to travel to Portsmouth or the surrounding areas. What I don’t love is the accommodation. The uni has two main off-site accomodations in Chichester and both are not nice places to live. Whilst Fishbourne has better facilities, it is a cold, dire place to live. Stockbridge on the other hand has stained carpets, showers in which you press a button for 30s of water at a time, and tiny kitchens. I am particularly disappointed in the accommodation manager, when I reported a flatmate for aggressive and threatening behaviour and asked not to be identified, he promptly told the flatmate about what I had said. This issue desperately needs to be sorted out. Overall, particularly in the Conservatoire, the uni has been dealing with some big budget cuts causing certain courses to become essentially obsolete and just made to keep funding up. This is really disappointing as it means students are being admitted to a course that wont utilise their talents therefore not preparing them for the industry that they are desperate to enter.

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University of Birmingham

1 developmental-psychology courses WEST MIDLANDS
Subject ranking: 15th
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WUSCA ranking: 51th
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I am a mature distance learning student, completing my MA in Philosophy of Religion and Ethics. The online platform is easy to use and the digital library is expansive. All staff have been easy to contact when I need any support, including IT, Finance, Admin, my personal tutor and teaching staff. I have been assigned a mentor to help me stay connected with university life and the Philosophy department. The modules are contemporary, as are the course materials. The student cohort is diverse and we all connect to the course flexibly, from different time zones. I receive a weekly events newsletter which has plenty of options for attending online webinars and socials.

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Psychology and Psychological Practice - MSci (Hons)
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University of Northampton

2 developmental-psychology courses EAST MIDLANDS
Subject ranking: 115th
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WUSCA ranking: 60th
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The best aspect of my university experience is the teaching staff and the wider university team. The lecturers are supportive, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping students succeed, and the student-facing staff are consistently kind, friendly, and approachable. There is a strong sense that everyone is willing to help, which makes the university a welcoming and encouraging place to study. An area for improvement would be the reliability of facilities, particularly the internet connection and printers, which have recently not been working consistently. Improving this would make studying on campus more efficient and less stressful.

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Studying developmental psychology

Developmental psychology is the study of children’s development, both cognitively and socially. On a course like this, you’ll consider typical development as well as atypical development. You’ll be able to identify if a child’s development is delayed or taking an alternative path, which will allow for early intervention if required. Developmental psychology is an ideal course to study if you’re interested in careers such as educational psychologist, child and adolescent psychologist, child health officer, family support officer or as a teacher. There are also options for postgraduate study should you wish to deepen your knowledge after your degree.

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