Program Overview
The Counseling at La Sierra University is a MA programme in Psychology 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 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 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 716 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 716 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Counseling programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Educational Organization and Leadership
- Counseling Theories and Techniques
- Counseling Practicum
- Group Theory and Procedures
- Community Agency Counseling
- Dynamics of Personality
- Advanced Counseling Theories
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Transcripts from all post-secondary academic institutions are required.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 716 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 716 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 716 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 716 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact La Sierra 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 La Sierra University
La Sierra University
Riverside, United States
La Sierra University is a private, Seventh-day Adventist university in Riverside, California. Founded in 1922 as La Sierra Academy, it later became La Sierra College, a liberal arts college, and...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-02-18
- Start Date 2018-09-25
- Language English
- Duration 24 months