MA in Applied Psychology in Cork Ireland | University College Cork

University College Cork | Cork Ireland
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR 19,200
(c. USD22,121.47)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

Our Master of Arts in Applied Psychology provides an in-depth grasp of psychological principles in practical environments. This program aims to deepen your awareness of applied psychology's possibilities and ethical foundations, encourage analytical thinking about psychological concepts and applications, and allow you to investigate specialized areas of interest.

Practicing applied psychologists employ scientific studies and theoretical frameworks to assess real-life scenarios, create targeted solutions, and measure results. The program maintains robust connections with local organizations serving youth, households, and neighborhoods. Graduates will be prepared for advanced professional education and diverse career options requiring psychological knowledge.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

1. Hold a Second Class Honours Grade 1 in a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) in Psychology.

2. Satisfy the eligibility requirements for graduate membership of either the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) or the British Psychological Society (BPS). This must be demonstrated by the applicant by providing evidence that your undergraduate degree/qualification(s) is accredited by the PSI or by the BPS. Applicants whose undergraduate degree/qualification(s) is not listed as an accredited qualification by either the PSI or the BPS are required to provide evidence from the PSI or the BPS that they (the PSI or the BPS) consider your undergraduate degree/qualification(s) to be equivalent to the PSI/BPS degree, in terms of granting you eligibility for graduate membership of the society. This evidence must be sought by the applicant by applying directly to either the PSI or BPS for graduate membership as appropriate.

Consideration under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may also be given to applicants who do not meet the minimum academic entry requirements as stated above but who present with a Second Class Honours Grade 2 in a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) in Psychology and have significant and directly relevant work experience or has performed impressively in a relevant Master's degree acceptable to the School selection committee.

Duolingo English Test: DET 120 (with a minimum score of 110 in each individual section)

IELTS: 6.5 Overall; 6.0 Individual Skills (academic version)

TOEFL iBT: 90 Overall; Listening 20; Reading 19; Speaking 21; Writing 20

Cambridge Examinations:

C2 Proficiency
C1 Advanced
B2 First

176 overall with no less than 169 in each element of the test

Pearson PTE: Minimum score of 63 with no section score below 59

Tuition EUR 19,200

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