Program Overview
The Student Affairs Counseling at Bridgewater State University is a MEd programme in Psychology 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 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 Student Affairs Counseling 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 70 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 70 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Bridgewater, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Student Affairs Counseling programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Multicultural Counseling
- Group I: Theory and Process of Group Interaction
- Introduction to Career Counseling
- Student Development Theory in Higher Education
- Foundations in Higher Education Counseling for Student Affairs Practice
- Ethical, Legal and Professional Issues in Student Affairs
- Student Affairs Administration
- Counseling Theories and Techniques for Student Affairs Counseling
- Helping Skills for Student Affairs Professionals
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 2.8 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).
- Application
- Essay and Resume: Please submit your\ncurrent resume as well as an essay (personal statement) that addresses the\nreasons you want to pursue graduate work in your field of choice, your specific\ninterest and experiences in this field, and your career goals
- Academic Credentials: We require\nofficial, sealed transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
- Letters of Recommendation: Please\nobtain three Letters of Recommendation from professors and/or professional\nemployers
- Affidavit of Financial Support: The\nUniversity requires family or sponsor information and bank documentation that\nshows there are sufficient exchange funds to cover the costs of attending the\nUniversity
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 70 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 70 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 70 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 70 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Bridgewater State 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 Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater, United States
Bridgewater 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- Application Deadline 2001-04-18
- Start Date 2018-09-06
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
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