Program Overview
The Psychology at University of Louisiana at Lafayette is a MSc 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
- Tuition: USD 22,905 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Baton Rouge, 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
- Ethical and Professional Standards in Psychology
- Conceptual and Philosophical Issues in Psychology
- Quantitative Models in Psychology
- Advanced Psychological Research Design
- Directed Research in Psychology
- Thesis Research and Thesis
- Principles of Behavioral Neuroscience
- Attention, Learning, and Memory
- Advanced Developmental Psychology .
- Advanced Social Psychology
- Advanced Cognitive Psychology
- Advanced Theories of Personality
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Advanced Psychopathology
- Introduction to Psychotherapy
- Abilities Testing
- Seminar in Psychology
- Pre-Practicum
- Field Practicum
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 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).
- an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better
- a GRE score of: 148 (Verbal); 147 (Quantitative); 295 (Verbal & Quantitative)
- three letters of recommendation from individuals able to speak to the student\'s professional development
- and preparation for advanced study
- a personal statement that comments on the applicant\'s career goals and discusses how the program
- would help achieve those goals. Applicants are encouraged to name faculty members with whom they
- would be most interested in working on research projects, and to mention why they think such
- member(s) would provide appropriate mentorship
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 22,905 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 22,905 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Louisiana at Lafayette 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 Louisiana at Lafayette
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Lafayette, United States
University of Louisiana at Lafayette is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months