Program Overview
The Psychology - Developmental Science at The University of Alabama 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 Psychology - 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 13,475 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 5,235 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Tuscaloosa, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Psychology - Developmental Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Cognition and Learning
- Cognitive Neuroscience
- Physiological Psychology
- Perception
- Advanced Social Psychology
- Child Development
- Research Methods in Psychology
- Advanced Statistics I
- Advanced Statistics II
- Multivariate Methods of Analysis
- Structural Equation Modeling
- Statistics topics
- Seminar in Developmental/Human Developmental topics
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements:
- Complete the application form
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Statement of Purpose
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- Contact information for three recommenders (if required)
- Admission test score (if applicable)
- Transcripts (University of Alabama transcripts are not required)
- Test of English language proficiency (non-native English speakers)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 13,475 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 5,235 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 13,475 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 5,235 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Alabama 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 The University of Alabama
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, United States
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University Profile- Start Date 2017-11-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months