The programme is structured to provide in-depth knowledge and skills in the psychology of child and adolescent development specifically and also to provide excellent research training through a psychological research methods programme which is designed to meet the ESRC postgraduate Training & Development Guidelines (2nd Edition, 2015).

The research paper provides you with an opportunity to identify and pursue research ideas within the psychology of child and adolescent development through a research project under supervision. This approach enables you to identify and, within typical constraints such as ethics and available supervisory capacity, follow your own interests in order to prepare for destinations after York St John.

More specifically, each module provides structured learning utilising a variety of summative and formative assessment techniques. Module-based learning activities will include formal lectures, seminars, supported open learning, independent study, and the use of virtual learning environments (i.e. Moodle). Formative activities are designed to enable you to receive relevant feedback about your learning in preparation for subsequent summative assessments. In relation to specific assessments, the programme provides a range of assessment types across the modules in order to develop your skills and challenge you to reach your full potential.

Alongside the formal content of the programme is the Personal and Professional Development programme contained within timetabled academic tutorial sessions to support career and academic development.