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Tuition USD 59,086 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 59,086 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Philadelphia, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Family Therapy at Thomas Jefferson University is a MSc programme in Humanities 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 humanities. 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 Family Therapy 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: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: USD 59,086 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 59,086 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Philadelphia, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Family Therapy programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Theory and Practice of Family Therapy
  2. Foundations of Systemic Practice
  3. Theory and Practice of Couple Therapy
  4. Life Span Development from a Systemic Perspective
  5. Theory and Practice of Family Therapy
  6. Psychopathology in Socio-Cultural Context
  7. Assessment in Couple and Family Therapy
  8. Introduction to Sex Therapy: Concepts in Human Sexuality

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Submit a completed Philadelphia University undergraduate admissions application by December 15
  • Official high school/college transcripts from all institutions attended
  • Application fee
  • Two letters of recommendation (one from a designated Philadelphia University representative and one from a professional or academic source)
  • Official SAT I test scores
  • Personal statement
  • Resume

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 59,086 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 59,086 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 59,086 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 59,086 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Thomas Jefferson 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 Thomas Jefferson University

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Thomas Jefferson University

Philadelphia, United States

Thomas Jefferson University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....

University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months