Program Overview
The Psychology at San Diego State 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 Psychology 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
- Location: San Diego, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Psychology programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- PSY 101 Introductory Psychology-3 Units
- PSY 280 Introductory Statistics-3 Units
- PSY 301 Intro to Research Methods-4 Units
- PSY 470 Intermediate Statistics-3 Units
- PSY 370 Psychological Testing and Measurement-3 Units
- PSY 499 Independent Research-1-3 Units
- PSY 230-Developmental Psychology-3 Units
- PSY-319-Industrial and Organizational Psychology-3 Units
- PSY-320-Personnel and Industrial Psychology-3 Units
- PSY-321-Organizational Psychology-3 Units
- PSY-340-Social Psychology-3 Units
- PSY-350-Abnormal Psychology-3 Units
- PSY-351-Psychology of Personality-3 Units
- PSY-360-Behavioral Neuroscience-3 Units
- PSY-380-Cognitive Psychology-3 Units
- PSY-388-Sensation and Perception-3 Units
- PSY-410-Intro to Experimental Psychology with Lab-5 Units
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.85 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).
Hold an acceptable baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution.
A minimum GPA of 2.85 (This does not include lower division courses taken after award of baccalaureate degree.) A 3.00 cumulative GPA for international coursework.
Have been in good standing at the last institution attended.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 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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About San Diego State University
San Diego State University
San Diego, United States
San Diego State 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