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MS Educational Psychology at Pennsylvania State University

Pennsylvania State University, United States

Programme overview

Dual-Title Ph.D. and M.S. in Educational Psychology and Comparative and International Education The graduate program in Educational Psychology focuses on the study of learning, instruction, and measurement across the life span. The learning and instruction emphasis applies the study of cognitive psychology to research on learning and instruction in applied settings like schools. The course of study provides a strong foundation in psychological theory, principles related to instructional applications, and quantitative methodology.

Faculty: The Graduate School  |  Duration: 30 credits  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: University Park, PA, United States

What you will study

Courses include Learning Processes in Relation to Educational Practices, Principles of Measurement.

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Entry requirements

Applicants apply for admission to the program via the J. Jeffrey and Ann Marie Fox Graduate School application for admission . GRE scores are not required for admission. Typically applicants have at least a 3.0 junior/senior grade-point average (on a 4.0 point scale) and broad undergraduate background including college level mathematics. Exceptions may be made for students with special backgrounds, abilities, and interests. Applicants with a master's degree will be required to show strong performance in their graduate program. Applicants will also supply letters of reference and a written statement of their professional goals. The language of instruction at Penn State is English. English proficiency test scores (TOEFL/IELTS) may be required for international applicants.

Duration: 30 credits

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