Program Overview
The Behavior Analytic Psychology at University of Nevada Reno is a MA programme in Psychology over 36 months, delivered Online. 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 psychology. 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 Behavior Analytic Psychology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 36 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Behavior Analytic Psychology programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Principles of Behavior
- Ethics in Psychology
- Radical Behaviorism
- Behavioral Analysis of Language and Cognition
- Experimental Analysis of Behavior
- Behavioral Interventions
- Behavioral & Systems Assessments
- Behavioral Systems Analysis
- Behavior Management and Consultation
- Research Methods in Applied Behavior Analysis
- Behavior Analysis Practicum
- Thesis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
To be considered for admission to the University of Nevada, Reno Behavior Analysis Program, interested applicants must meet the requirements and apply to both:
- The Graduate School
- The Behavior Analysis Program
APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 1st of each year
Graduate School Admissions Requirements- Completed application for Graduate School Admission
- Nonrefundable application fee
- 2 copies of official transcripts from all universities and/ or colleges attended
- Official GRE scores (GENERAL SCORES ONLY)
- Send the above items to:
Graduate School Mail Stop 326
University of Nevada, Reno
Reno, NV 89557
USA
Behavior Analysis Program Admissions Requirements - Completed Program Preference Form (on-campus doctoral and master\'s degree programs only)
- Satellite Programs Application (Satellite Programs applicants only)
- 3 letters of recommendation
- A brief statement of purpose
- A curriculum vitae (CV)
- Send the above items to:
Behavior Analysis Program Psychology Department / 296
University of Nevada, Reno
Reno, NV 89557
USA
International Student Admissions The University of Nevada, Reno Behavior Analysis Program has a strong commitment to the international dissemination of behavior analysis and currently has several international students from various countries around the world seeking advanced degrees in behavior analysis. Qualified international applicants are required to submit extra admissions materials depending on their country of origin in addition to the materials listd above. For up to date information and resouces for foreign student admission, interested international applicants should visit the website and contact the The University of Nevada, Reno Office of International Students and Scholars.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
2001-01-18
About University of Nevada Reno
University of Nevada Reno
Reno, United States
The University of Nevada, Reno is a public land-grant research university in Reno, Nevada, United States. It is the state's flagship public university and primary land grant institution. It was...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-01-18
- Start Date 2018-08-01
- Language English
- Duration 36 months