Counseling - Marriage and Family Therapy Concentration
University of MiamiProgram Overview
The Counseling - Marriage and Family Therapy Concentration at University of Miami is a MSc programme in Psychology over 36 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 - Marriage and Family Therapy Concentration 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: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 33,300 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 33,300 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Miami, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Counseling - Marriage and Family Therapy Concentration programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Lifespan Human Development
- Professional, Legal & Ethical Issues in Counseling
- Assessment Strategies for Counselors I
- Counseling Process and Practice
- Psychosocial Bases of Social and Cultural Diversity
- Counseling Theories & Practice
- Psychopathology for Counselors
- Counseling & Sexuality
- Substance Abuse and Addictions: Theories and Counseling
- Theory and Practice with Children & Adolescents
- Research & Program Evaluation in Counseling
- Marriage and Family Specialty (Required)
- Dynamics of Marriage and Family Systems
- Family Therapy
- Therapy for Couples
- Practicum in Counseling
- Practicum Laboratory
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Admission to the University of Miami is very competitive. Applicants are considered based on the strength of their high school curriculum and grades earned, standardized test scores, letters of recommendation, essay, extracurricular activities, and awards/achievements.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 33,300 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 33,300 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 33,300 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 33,300 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Miami 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 Miami
University of Miami
Coral Gables, United States
private university in Coral Gables, Florida, United States
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 36 months
