Master of Arts in Psychological Science California State University - Northridge, USA

Get rigorous training in advanced statistical methods, research methods and design, and psychology theory. Apply for this program if you plan to pursue a Ph.D. in Psychology in a research-focused program.

Why Earn a Master's in Psychological Science?

Be at the forefront of the field of psychology with a master's in psychological science. You will learn advanced statistical methods, research designs and psychology theory. You will work with faculty to design innovative research to understand the human mind. By earning your master's degree, you will be ready to pursue a Ph.D. in psychology in a research-focused program.

Why Study Psychological Science at CSUN?

Faculty Mentors

As a graduate student in psychological science, you will work directly with CSUN faculty mentors. You will assist them with research projects and improve your research skills. They will provide guidance for your own research designs and studies. With this experience, you will be ready to pursue a Ph.D. in psychology after you graduate.

Research Resources

Take advantage of CSUN's Research Area. An integral part of the Department of Psychology, the Research Area hosts space for psychological tests and testing materials. It also oversees a human research subject pool of close to 2,000 students per regular semester. You will be able to work with student volunteers in your experiments and research projects.

Teaching Intern Program

Psychology students can apply to join the Teacher Intern Program (TIPs). You'll gain valuable experience as you create your own syllabus, lectures and classroom exercises. You'll receive training and find support from the TIPs coordinator. You'll receive a monthly stipend as well as other benefits.

What You'll Learn

To earn your master's in psychological science, you will take advanced psychology courses. To complete your core theory requirements, you will choose two classes from:

• Developmental psychology
• Social psychology
• Cognitive psychology
• Emotion and motivation
• Sensation and perception
• Conditioning and learning

You will also study research methodology in psychological sciences. You will learn:

• Research methodology
• Advanced research and analysis methods
• Multivariate analysis using computer programs
• Latent variable analysis

You will choose from a variety of electives in psychology in consultation with your graduate advisor.

You will also complete a seminar in professional development. To complete this course, you will receive direct research experience and learn the skills you need to advance to a doctoral program.

As your culminating experience, you will create a master's-level thesis or project.