We offer a master of arts degree in psychology with concentrations in counseling, industrial/organizational psychology, marriage and family therapy (MFT), a combined concentration in counseling and industrial/organizational psychology, and a combined concentration in industrial/organizational psychology and marriage and family therapy. To be admitted to the master’s program in psychology, you must have a 3.00 GPA, or the consent of the chair of the Psychology Department.
These graduate psychology degrees are professional degrees that provide training in the application of psychological principles and knowledge to a broad range of work settings and career tracks. This applied psychology curriculum is designed to serve three types of students: 1) those seeking a master’s qualification for entry into professional practice; 2) those interested in psychology as a means of continuing career development; and 3) those intending to pursue graduate study in psychology at the doctoral level.
A broad exposure to the range of psychological thought and practice is important in helping you understand the field more fully and in selecting the career path within psychology that’s right for you. Part of this preparedness comes from the practicum or internship option. Firsthand experience in a wide range of settings in the San Francisco Bay Area enhances classroom work, and is available to any student.
Requirements for the Master of Arts in Psychology These degrees require completion of 33-61 semester units in the graduate program. Courses listed carry three semester units of credit unless otherwise noted. Undergraduate proficiencies may be waived if the student has previously completed comparable courses at another accredited college or university, or passed the appropriate CLEP Exam or Challenge Exam with an acceptable score. Students may be admitted to advanced program courses before completion of the entire undergraduate proficiencies program, but must complete the undergraduate proficiencies program by the time that 12 units have been earned in the advanced program.
Math Proficiency
In addition to the courses listed below, students admitted to this program are expected to possess a level of mathematical skill adequate to complete the research requirements of this degree program.
Undergraduate Proficiencies — 3 Units
MATH 40, or a course in quantitative research methods or social/behavioral science research methodology (three units).
Statement of Purpose
Applicants to the MA in psychology degree program must submit a statement of purpose. Please provide any information that you think will help us get to know you so that we can make an informed decision about your application. It should include your reasons for choosing to pursue a graduate degree in psychology as well as your future educational and vocational goals. Be as specific as possible about your interests and qualifications. Indicate any awards or honors you may have earned, publications you may have authored, or any pertinent work experience you may have.
Advanced Program — 33–61 units
Core Courses — 12 units
PSYCH 300 Introduction to Applied Psychology
PSYCH 304 Cross-cultural Aspects of Psychology
PSYCH 306 Group Dynamics and Social Processes
PSYCH 308 Applied Psychological Research
and Independent Project
Concentration — 21–49 units
Students choose a concentration for 24-49 units.
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