Child Development and Education
A unique blend of research skills and expertise in both Child Development and Education, along with the freedom to pursue your individual interests, defines this two-year, small-scale research Master's programme. Explore different theories and acquire hands-on research experience, to shape a brighter future for young minds.
Language of instruction
English
Mode
Full-time
Location
🎓 Unique intersection between Child Development and Education
Feb10
Master's Week 10 -14 Feb
Nov15
Master's Week: 15-21 Nov
Why study Child Development and Education at the UvA?
Theoretical knowledge & research skills
Learn about the current theories of child development and/or education and get skills to do research within this field, stimulating critical thinking and developing a positive and reflective attitude.
Small-scale, international programme
Teachers and fellow students are very approachable, which makes it easy to network and ask questions.
Regular route & clinical route
Choose between being trained as a scientist or (if you speak Dutch) as a scientist-practitioner in the clinical field.
Statistical techniques
In-depth knowledge of advanced and commonly used statistical techniques, with a strong focus on quantitative methods.
Scholarship possibility for non-EU students
For this programme you, as a non-EU/EEA student, may apply for the Amsterdam Merit Scholarship.
Is Child Development and Education right for you?
Yes, if you...
- want the best of both worlds: developing your knowledge and research skills
- are interested in Developmental Psychopathology, Forensic Child and Youth Care, or Preventative Youth Care
- like to shape your programme to follow your interests, whether in child development, education, or a combination of both
- want to become an academic researcher or a research-practitioner in the clinical field
- have the skills to operate in diverse and inclusive environments, where you will work independently as well as collaborate with relevant others
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Facts & Figures
- Degree programme
- Child Development and Education (research master)
- Type
- Regular study programme
- Mode
- Full-time
- Credits
- 120 ECTS, 24 months
- Language of instruction
- English
- Starts in
- September
- RIO code
- 60212
- Location
- Roeterseiland campus