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MA Educational Psychology - Applied Cognition and Development at University of Georgia

University of Georgia, United States

Programme overview

Enhance your knowledge of human development, learning, and motivation with this program, which is appropriate anyone who wants to pursue a deeper understanding of how students learn and what makes effective learning environments. Graduates of our master of arts program usually continue on to a doctoral degree.

Faculty: Mary Frances Early College of Education  |  Duration: 30 credit hours  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Athens, GA, United States

What you will study

30 credit hours total. Required courses include EPSY 6990 (min. 4 hrs) Master's Seminar in Educational Psychology; EPSY 7000 (min. 3 hrs) Master's Research; EPSY 7300 (min. 3 hrs) Master's Thesis; ERSH 4200/6200 Methods of Research in Education; ERSH 4300/6300 Applied Statistical Methods in Education.

Career pathways

Students in our Master’s programs have gone on to pursue the following careers: - Teacher - Program Education Specialist - Behavior Analyst - Educator - Media Specialist - Adjunct Professor - Academic Advisor - Administrative Specialist - Curriculum Coordinator - Employment Specialist - Associate Registrar - Student Success Counselor - Operations Specialist

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Application information

Entry requirements

Faculty take a holistic approach to reviewing applications to the program, considering all materials before making their decision. The following are required as part of the application process. - Application - Current resume/CV - Transcripts from all universities - Statement of Purpose - GRE scores - TOEFL/IELTS scores (international students) - 3 letters of recommendation (with at least 2 from faculty who had you) Applications are due December 1 for admission for the following Fall Semester.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Duration: 30 credit hours

Apply through the official page: https://grad.uga.edu/

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