you will develop knowledge about the genetic and environmental causes of developmental psychopathology from pregnancy through to adulthood, the standard psychological therapies and treatments available, and research methods and statistics relevant to this field. the course will provide you with tools to understand both latest research findings and current treatments for mental health conditions across the lifespan. benefit from comprehensive coverage of the field exploring how biological (genetic), behavioural and cognitive processes, along with family and wider social forces, can affect development across the life course. the course is ideal if you plan to work/are working in mental health of young people (for example, within academia, education, charities, the media and in policy development), plan to study for a phd, or if you are looking to progress to a role in the psychological professions (such as assistant psychologist, clinical associate in psychology, mental health and well-being practitioner, clinical psychologist). placements are available in diverse settings, including mental health charities, within research teams and clinical services, and within the government.