Advance Your Understanding of the Human Mind with a Master's in Psychology Online
The importance of behavior as a factor in addressing social issues is becoming increasingly obvious. Radical transformations in globalization are having a discernible impact on the psychological well-being of individuals, communities and organizations worldwide.
The accredited Master of Science in Psychology online degree program at University of Michigan Science prepares you to become an important part of the diagnosis and solution for employers seeking to maximize an organization's performance. You'll deepen your understanding of research methods, cognitive psychology, social psychology, personality, learning theory and ethical practice while focusing on the real-world application of psychological research.
See Yourself Succeed with an MS in Psychology
Our master's in psychology online degree program offers the flexibility to pair your psychology studies with the exploration of complementary disciplines. The eight-course core features classes in psychology research, measurement, ethics and more. The MS in Psychology degree culminates in a capstone and seminar, in which you'll integrate all you've learned into a faculty- and peer-reviewed project centered on a contemporary issue in psychology.
As a private, nonprofit university, UMS has one mission – to help you see yourself succeed. The benefits of earning your master's in psychology at UMS include:
- Affordability. Take advantage of some of the most affordable tuition rates in the nation
- Convenience. Attend class when it’s convenient for you - online education means 24/7 access
- Efficiency and flexibility. Complete your graduate degree in as few as 15 months, with two courses per 10-week term
- Expert instruction. Learn from instructors with relevant, real-world experience
- Minimal requirements. No GRE or GMAT required for admission
- Networking. Tap into our nationwide network of alumni for internship and career opportunities
- Student support. Count on the ongoing support of dedicated academic and career advisors specialized in your area of study
Career Outlook
Our master's in psychology online degree program will position you to pursue doctoral-level coursework or a career in health services, criminal justice, education or human resources. Upon graduation, you’ll possess the knowledge, skills and dispositions necessary for affecting change within people and organizations.
While this online degree does not lead to any form of licensure, you'll graduate from UMS with an understanding of psychological theory and methods applicable in a variety of nonprofit, corporate and education settings.
Curriculum
The MS in Psychology curriculum will provide you with a foundation in research methods, critical thinking, problem solving and applying theory to practical applications. Courses are taught by instructors with professional credentials and experience.
Courses May Include
Program Outcomes
- Advocate for and extends psychology's role and responsibility in promoting agency and the psychological well-being of individuals, communities, and organizations
- Adapt to shifting demands and ill-structured problems by critically evaluating the relevance, priority, and appropriateness of various information and potential courses of action
- Design, conduct, and evaluate research through the lens of its potential to advance knowledge in psychology as well as the psychological well-being of individuals, communities, and organizations
- Integrate psychological theories, methods, and research to generate new knowledge and promote agency and the psychological well-being of individuals, communities, and organizations
- Incorporate empathy, reflectivity, and an appreciation for collaboration and diversity of perspectives into efforts to promote agency and the psychological well-being of individuals, communities, and organizations
- Protect the integrity and professional responsibility of psychology through the demonstration of ethical comportment in all aspects of the profession
