ALM Psychology at Harvard University

Study human behavior, research methods, and applied psychology through Harvard Extension School’s Psychology Master’s Degree Program. Designed for motivated adult learners, the program supports career advancement, career change, or preparation for future doctoral study. Credential: Master of Liberal Arts (ALM) in Extension Studies in the field of Psychology.

Faculty: Harvard Extension School (Division of Continuing Education)  |  Duration: 12 courses (11 online) taken part-time  |  Study mode: online  |  Intake: Spring 2027  |  Location: Cambridge, MA, United States

What you will study

Example courses: Cognitive Neuroscience; Neurobiology; Mindfulness, Meaning, and Resilience; Sleep and Mental Health; Evolution; The Opioid Epidemic.

Career pathways

Graduates of the Psychology Master’s Degree Program apply their knowledge across a wide range of fields, including research, healthcare, education, human resources, and psychology-adjacent roles that benefit from a deeper understanding of human behavior. The degree can also support students preparing for future doctoral study.

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