Program Overview
The Developmental Psychopathology in Education and Child Studies (Research) at Leiden University is a MSc programme in Education over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Developmental Psychopathology in Education and Child Studies (Research) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Netherlands and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7.5
- Tuition: EUR 16,400 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,951 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Leiden, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Developmental Psychopathology in Education and Child Studies (Research) programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- theory: 15%
- practice: 60%
- self study: 25%
- Studying abroad is optional.
- The percentage of foreign students: 0%
- The percentage of foreign teachers: 0%
- The percentage of students abroad: 0%
- The percentage of teachers abroad: 0%
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Knowledge minimum: See www.unileidenmasters.nl for details.\n
\nPrevious education: BSc in Educational and Child studies or closely related discipline. For details see www.unileidenmasters.nl.\n
\nAdditional language requirements:
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: C2
- IELTS overall band: 7.5
- TOEFL paper based: 625
- TOEFL computer based: 263
- TOEFL internet based: 113
English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 16,400 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,951 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 16,400 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 1,951 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Leiden University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Leiden University
Leiden University
Leiden, Netherlands
Leiden University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months