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    Psychology and Trauma (Child and Adolescent) MSc

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    London, GBMScOnline1 year
    £22,000.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    180
    Credits
    £90.00
    App fee

    Psychology and Trauma (Child and Adolescent) MSc at UCL is a 180-credit, 1-year, online MSc program based in London, GB. Tuition is £22,000.

    About the program

    Explores research evidence and applied practice on the psychological impact of trauma in childhood and adolescence. Covers trauma theory, mental health consequences including PTSD and complex PTSD, evidence-based prevention and intervention, from neuroscience, cognitive-behavioural, and systems perspectives across public health, education, and social care sectors.

    Focus: both
    QS Psychology: 6th (UCL Division of Psychology and Language Sciences)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Aug 28, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Level 2: Overall score of 96 with 24/30 in reading and writing and 22/30 in speaking and listening (tests before 21 Jan 2026); Overall score of 4.5 and 4.5 in reading, writing, speaking and listening (tests after)
    IELTS
    required
    Min Level 2: Overall score of 7.0 and a minimum of 6.5 in each component

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    £17,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Psychology and Trauma (Child and Adolescent) MSc at UCL cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Psychology and Trauma (Child and Adolescent) MSc at UCL is £22,000 across 180 required credits.
    Is Psychology and Trauma (Child and Adolescent) MSc at UCL online or in-person?
    Psychology and Trauma (Child and Adolescent) MSc at UCL is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does Psychology and Trauma (Child and Adolescent) MSc at UCL take to complete?
    Psychology and Trauma (Child and Adolescent) MSc at UCL is structured around 1 year and 180 credits.
    What GPA is required for Psychology and Trauma (Child and Adolescent) MSc at UCL?
    Per the program's published guidance: upper second-class Bachelor’s degree from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard
    What work-permit options follow Psychology and Trauma (Child and Adolescent) MSc at UCL?
    Post-completion work rights for Psychology and Trauma (Child and Adolescent) MSc at UCL: 2 years Graduate Route (UK)