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Educational Psychology - Applied Developmental Science

University of Virginia
Degree MEd
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Charlottesville, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Educational Psychology - Applied Developmental Science at University of Virginia is a MEd programme in Education over 12 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 education. 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 Educational Psychology - Applied Developmental Science 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

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7
  5. Location: Charlottesville, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Educational Psychology - Applied Developmental Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:

  1. Teacher / Lecturer
  2. Educational Consultant
  3. Curriculum Designer
  4. School Administrator
  5. Education Policy Researcher
  6. Training Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Educational Psychology
  2. Lifespan Development
  3. Educational Statistics: Stat I or EDLF 8300 Experimental Design: Stat II
  4. Seminar in Educational Psychology
  5. Child Development
  6. Adolescent Development
  7. Motivation in Achievement contexts
  8. Qualitative Methods
  9. Tests and Measurement
  10. A methods course of choice such as Statistics II, Qualitative Analysis or Program Evaluation
  11. U.S. Education Policy
  12. Adolescent Development (or an elective if you plan to take Adult Development and Aging in the summer)
  13. Seminar in Educational Psychology (1 credit)

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: 3

Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 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).

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).

Prerequisites and Admission Requirements
Application for admission is made to the Admissions Office of the Curry School of Education at the University of Virginia. Application forms and other information may be obtained from the Curry admissions website.Competitive candidates should submit and possess the following:
  • Verbal: 154/ 60th percentile
  • Quantitative: 153/ 49th percentile
  • Analytic Writing: 4.0
  • Undergraduate GPA: 3.0 minimum
We view the entire application for each student; test scores are one of several criteria used for admissions decisions.When submitting a statement of professional goals (typically 500 - 1000 words), students should identify their interests in educational psychology and applied developmental science, their rationale for applying to this program, and their long-term professional and academic goals. Include 2 letters of recommendation (including at least one academic reference) and a resume. A writing sample is not required for application to this program.A faculty committee makes decisions regarding admission. As is the case for entrance to all Curry programs, applicants must have solid academic preparation, and strong GRE scores and letters of reference. Our faculty members value diverse backgrounds and perspectives, and we are especially interested in considering applications from persons of traditionally underrepresented groups in higher education.

English Proficiency: IELTS 7 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

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Charlottesville, United States

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  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months