Birkbeck, University Of London - [BBK], London, England - Courses & Fees

London, England

University Public College

In this Master's degree in Developmental Sciences offered by Birkbeck, University of London students will explore the interaction of biology and social factors in the context of atypical developmental paths, such as those observed in dyslexia, autism and other developmental disorders.

The Master Programme in Developmental Sciences from Birkbeck, University of London - School of Business, Economics and Informatics is designed for graduates from psychology and related disciplines who seek to deepen their understanding of cutting-edge contemporary research in developmental science, as well as established practitioners and policy-makers wishing to update their training. The MSc focuses on enabling you to carry out empirical research at postgraduate level.

Important Dates

Event	Start Date
Application Start Date	Oct 15, 2023

Fees & Funding

Tution & Application Fees

Year	Year 1
Tuition Fees	₹2744530
Total Fees	₹2744530

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

Students must a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university to get admission to this program.
Students require a minimum GPA of 3 on a 4.0 scale for the program.
Students should have a second-class honours degree (2:2) or above in psychology, cognitive science, education, behavioural sciences or relevant discipline.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

Students must complete a 4-year undergraduate degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
Students need to submit minimum GRE exam scores for a better chance of admission.
Students are reviewed on their individual merits and professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.

Scores Required

79 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

62 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

3 / 4

Minimum gpa

Graduation GPA

Required Document List

The following required documents are:

Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
Academic records: The marks statement provided by the education board after completion of the previous academic qualifications.
Three Letter of Recommendation: A recommendation letter should include information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, why they are qualified, and the specific skills they have.
Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores and Successful applicants typically provide a score in the 50th percentile.
Transcripts: Official transcripts from all educational institutions students have attended.

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VISA & Work Study

VISA

If students are not from the UK and they do not already have residency here, students may need to apply for a visa.

The visa students apply for varies according to the length of students course:

Courses of more than six months' duration: Student visa
Courses of less than six months' duration: Standard Visitor visa

International students who require a Student visa should apply for their full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship. If students are living in the UK on a Student visa, they will not be eligible to enrol as a student on Birkbeck's part-time courses (with the exception of some modules).

Career and Placement after Course

Careers and Employability

Graduates can pursue careers in psychology, health or social work, education and policy development. Possible professions may include psychologist, counsellor, or researcher. This degree may also be useful in becoming a further education lecturer.

Development Planners
Development Consultants
Development Projects/Programmes Officers/Managers
Development Planning Officers/Managers
Socio-economic and Marketing Researchers
Social and Environmental Impact Analysts
Monitoring and Evaluation Specialists

Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

Name	Amount	International Students Eligible	Application Deadline
BrokerFish International student scholarship	₹115360	Yes	N/A
UWL International Ambassador Scholarship	₹743725.92	Yes	Jul 11, 2023
Gyandhan Scholarship	₹140969.92	No	Aug 31, 2023
QS scholarships	Variable	Yes	Jun 1, 2023