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MSc - Master of Science
Lancaster University – Main Campus
Part Time
Oct 2026
2 Year
The MSc Child Mental Health offers a uniquely rich learning experience through a partnership combining the expertise of world-renowned developmental psychologists and leading clinical psychologists. You will build critical insights, in-depth knowledge and practical skills as you learn about:The questions, theories and evidence behind our modern understanding of development and neurodevelopmental conditionsThe critical and the practical challenges involved in doing research in developmental science and in clinical psychologyWorking with children and adolescents, in clinical practice and in research on mental health intervention or treatmentThose who wish to explore the dynamic processes shaping development and mental health and build the practical and research skills required for careers working with children and young people. The MSc in Child Mental Health is a route to professional training (e.g., Doctorate in Clinical Psychology) or to work with children and young people, in research on development or mental health, or in education and social care.