Program Overview
The Clinical Mental Health Counseling at University of Detroit Mercy is a MA programme in Computer Science & IT, 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 computer science & it. 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 Clinical Mental Health Counseling 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 981 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 981 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Detroit, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Research Methods in Counseling
- Counseling and Human Development
- Introduction to Counseling Theory and Process
- Multicultural Counseling
- Guidance Principles and Practices
- Counseling Services: Organization and Administration
- Career Counseling
- Counseling Skills
- Testing and Evaluation
- Group Counseling
- Trauma, Crisis and Prevention
- Introduction to Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- Mental Health Diagnosis and Treatment
- Critical Issues in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- Advanced Issues in Assessment and Treatment
- Legal, Ethical, and Advocacy Issues in Counseling
- Counseling Practicum
- Consultation and Staff Development
- Introduction to Addiction: Process and Substance
- Internship in Counseling
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.8 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
An undergraduate overall GPA of 2.75 or higher or a GPA of 3.0 or higher in the second half of the undergraduate degree program, or a graduate GPA of 3.0 on a previously completed graduate degree; a minimum of 15 hours in the social or behavioral sciences (eg., psychology, anthropology, sociology) including at least one course (3 credit hours) in statistics; a letter of interest explaining your reasons for wishing to seek a graduate degree in counseling; a writing exam; three letters of recommendation from individuals able to speak to your potential to enter graduate school in counseling and an interview with the faculty.
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Required\nDocuments
\nIn addition to the\napplication, all freshman applicants must submit:
\n\xc2\x95\xc2\xa0\xc2\xa0\nHigh\nschool transcript
\n\xc2\x95\xc2\xa0\xc2\xa0\nACT\nor SAT scores
\n\xc2\x95\xc2\xa0\xc2\xa0\nA\nwriting sample of at least 250 words on a topic of your choice
\n\xc2\x95\xc2\xa0\xc2\xa0\nLetter\nof recommendation
\nIf you have any\nquestions, please contact the Detroit Mercy Office of Admissions.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 981 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 981 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 981 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 981 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Detroit Mercy 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 University of Detroit Mercy
University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, United States
University of Detroit Mercy is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-06-18
- Start Date 2018-08-27
- Language English
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