Master of Education in Educational Psychology (Applied Cognition and Development) in Athens United States | University of Georgia

Develop expertise in fundamental human development, learning, and motivation, or specialize in gifted education or quantitative methods. Our adaptable core curriculum allows you to tailor your studies to align with your professional goals.

A significant component of our program emphasizes comprehensive research and analysis, equipping you with deep expertise in your chosen specialization and the investigative skills to become an industry leader. Alumni from our program are regularly acknowledged for their groundbreaking contributions across various domains, including curriculum influences on learning, behavioral studies in education, innovative assessment techniques, and advancements in understanding giftedness and creativity.

Program graduates often pursue careers in educational, training, or research support roles across academic institutions, military organizations, and universities—all in non-clinical capacities.

You can complete this program either on-campus or entirely online, with both options designed to deepen your understanding of human development, learning processes, and motivational theories.

With a structured yet focused set of required courses both within and beyond our department, you can design a customized study plan that reflects your academic interests. Our researchers explore varied subjects including at-risk learners, STEM and literacy skill development, and early childhood education methodologies.