Program Curriculum of Online Psychology Master’s Degree
Core Programs
History & Theories of Psychology: This section of the curriculum comprises all the information on the history of psychology's exciting journey. Students will learn about the leading theories of Freud, Skinner, and Piaget, which provide a complete understanding of the mind and its behavior.
Biological Bases of Behavior: Students will gain a deep understanding of the relationship between biology, neuroscience, and behavior with this part of the psychology program. Moreover, they will learn about the structure and function of the nervous system, different hormones, and their influence on human behavior and actions.
Cognitive Psychology: This part of psychology explains the entire world of cognitive psychology related to mental abilities. Students will learn to read the human mind and processes that come under cognitive psychology. They will also understand the inner workings of the human mind, which allows humans to learn, memorize, solve problems, and make decisions.
Social Psychology:Our social environment deeply influences how we behave and who we are. This section of the program curriculum explains how social relations, group dynamics, and cultural standards shape individuals' thoughts and emotions.
Developmental Psychology: This program section prepares students to understand how humans transform physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially throughout their lives from infancy to old age. Students will gain complete knowledge of various human developments.
Psychopathology: In this section, students will learn about the nature and causes of different mental health diseases, including anxiety, depression, and personality disorders. They will also gain knowledge of different treatment methods, diagnostic standards, and the effect of mental health on people and society.
Assessment & Testing: This program section will prepare students to use different assessment tools for psychological functioning. Students will be prepared with skills to manage and analyze psychological tests, which will allow them to gather helpful information about an individual’s mental abilities, personality traits, and more.
Research Methods & Statistics: Students will learn to use different research methods and statistics to improve their psychological knowledge. They will understand the basics of research strategy and data analysis methods and use research in real-world settings.
Elective Programs
Clinical Psychology: The elective focuses on assisting people with various problems associated with mental health. It will prepare the students with knowledge and skills in diagnosis, examination, and psychotherapy techniques..
Counseling Psychology: This psychology elective focuses on various techniques and approaches to counseling individuals and groups in different environments, such as educational institutions, community mental health centers, or private practice.
Industrial-Organizational Psychology: The work environment can face unusual psychological challenges. This elective will focus on using psychology principles to boost employee productivity, improve their health, and increase organizational efficiency.
Forensic Psychology: It is a fascinating field of psychology that reduces the gap between the law and psychology. This elective will allow the students to understand criminal behavior, encounter investigations, evaluate risks, and give professional advice in legal cases.
Health Psychology: This elective enables students to study psychological factors related to physical health and disease. Students will learn about stress management, tools for managing stress, and how psychological interference can boost individuals' good mental health.