The University of Oxford runs an MSc by Research Experimental Psychology, which covers topics in “behavioural neuroscience, cognitive neuroscience, social psychology and psychological disorders, and developmental science” (https://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/graduate/courses/msc-research-experimental-psychology?wssl=1). University College London, UK has MPhil / PhD in Experimental Psychology, which focuses on “understanding the psychological and biological bases of behaviour, to improve the health and wellbeing of both individuals and society”. (https://www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/graduate/research-degrees/experimental-psychology-mphil-phd)

Some universities have attempted to bring together neuroscience and data or quantitative analysis. The University of Carolina (UNC) at Greensboro offers an MA in General Experimental Psychology, which  is a terminal Master’s degree program and focuses on “developmental, cognitive and social psychology, as well as psychopathology and developmental psychopathology”. The University also directs ‘theses in quantitative psychology and biological psychology”. (https://psy.uncg.edu/graduate/experimental-psychology/). Seton Hall University’s MS in Experimental Psychology offers this course with and without thesis based studies in which “Behavioral Neuroscience, Cognitive Neuroscience, and Behavioral Sciences” are with thesis and “Data Visualization and Analysis and Psychological Science” without thesis. (http://www.shu.edu/academics/ms-experimental-psychology.cfm). Similarly, Murray State University has a Master of Science (M.S.) in Experimental Psychology “with an emphasis in behavioral neuroscience”. (https://www.angelo.edu/content/profiles/7153-experimental-psychology-masters-degree-ms/Templates/profiles-graduate-programs.php)  Nova Southeastern University (NSU) offers an MS in Experimental Psychology, which teaches “biological, cognitive, developmental, and social psychology” and “experimental design and analysis.”  (https://psychology.nova.edu/graduate/experimental-psychology/curriculum.html). Indiana State University, College of Arts and Science (CAS) offers an MA and MS in Experimental Psychology, which focuses on cognition, social psychology, and biopsychology.  (https://www.indstate.edu/cas/psychology/programs/masters-experimental-psychology/experimental-psychology-masters-program).

Some have a research orientation. University of Exeter runs an MSc in Psychological Research Methods which “emphasis on cognitive and clinical neuroscience research.” (http://www.exeter.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/psychology/psychological/#Overview) Brooklyn College offers an MA in Experimental Psychology, which “offers students an education in the foundations of psychological knowledge, the current state of the field, and training in research design and data analysis”. (http://www.brooklyn.cuny.edu/web/academics/schools/naturalsciences/graduate/psychology/experimental.php). University of Sussex offers an MSc in Experimental Psychology. The course gives an education in “biological, cognitive, social and developmental psychology”, “philosophical and ethical foundations of psychology” and “research methods” into this. (https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/psychology/experimental-psychology-msc) Saint Louis University runs an MS Experimental Psychology, which “prepares students for academic teaching and research careers in the areas of cognitive neuroscience, developmental or social psychology.” (https://www.slu.edu/programs/graduate/psychology-experimental-ms-phd.php) University of Tennessee offers an MA Program in Experimental Psychology, which incorporates the following areas of research: Biological Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Industrial & Applied Psychology and Social and Personality Psychology”. (https://psychology.utk.edu/grad/ma.php).

Radford University offers an MA in Experimental Psychology, which focuses on the “breadth of knowledge the psychology’. (https://www.radford.edu/content/chbs/home/psychology/programs/experimental/curriculum.html) Western Washington University runs mentorship model based Graduate Program in Experimental Psychology in which “each incoming student is paired with a faculty member with similar scholarly interests who will advise and mentor the student on his/her academic progress and scholarly activities” (https://chss.wwu.edu/psychology/experimental-psychology-graduate-program)

At The University of Alabama in Huntsville MA in Experimental Psychology, “The focus is general-experimental with coursework in applied experimental, biological, cognitive, developmental, human factors, industrial/organizational, and social psychology.” (https://www.uah.edu/ahs/departments/psychology/programs/graduate)The Psychology department at the University of Texas of the Permian Basin has an MA in Psychology with concentration in Experimental Psychology, focusing on “advanced psychological theory (i.e., developmental, cognitive, personality, social), research methods, statistics, and manuscript preparation.” (https://www.utpb.edu/cas/academic-departments/psychology-department/graduate-program#Applied)

Taking a slightly different focus, James Madison University runs an MA in Psychological Sciences, which focuses on “basic science such as cognitive psychology, sensation and perception, learning theory, and behavioral neuroscience. It also provides a foundation for work in applied settings such as in the federal government.” (http://www.psyc.jmu.edu/psycsciences/experimentalpsychology.html)

Manchester University runs an MSc in Health Psychology, focusing on “current approaches to changing health-related behaviour at individual, population and regulatory levels; the interaction between psychological processes (cognitions, emotions, behaviour) and disease and illness; the ways in which social-cultural factors contribute to health; advanced research methods and analysis techniques in both quantitative and qualitative research”. (https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/list/10060/msc-health-psychology/course-details/#course-profile) King’s College London’s MSc in Health Psychology focuses on “scientific and theoretical understanding of health psychology.” (https://www.kcl.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught-courses/health-psychology-msc). The University of Surrey offers an MSc in Health Psychology, which delivers knowledge in the “study of the psychological processes involved in maintaining health, the pathological responses to ill health and stress, and the promotion of wellbeing among the physically ill.” (https://www.surrey.ac.uk/postgraduate/health-psychology-msc-2020).

The University of Portsmouth’s MSc in Health Psychology delivers knowledge in “how mental, emotional and social factors can affect physical wellbeing, and how to prevent them doing so” also “to learn how a patient’s mental and emotional state is affected by an illness and their recovery from it – and develop the skills and knowledge to support them. (https://www.port.ac.uk/study/courses/msc-health-psychology) University of West London’s MSc in Health Psychology gives “complete grounding in the theory, themes, professional issues and practical skills central to Stage 1 Health Psychology training.” (https://www.uwl.ac.uk/course/postgraduate/health-psychology?start=182&option=33)

Middlesex University London’s MSc in Health Psychology “focuses on the psychological influences on health, well-being and illness” and also “health-related behaviour, addiction and treatment; public health, health promotion and behaviour change interventions; stress, chronic illness and its management; working with patients in the health care system, research methods and professional issues.” (https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/health-psychology) Sheffield Hallam University’ MSc in Health Psychology gives “introduction to research methods, health cognitions and behaviour, perspectives and contexts in health research and practice, psychobiological determinants of health, applications and practice of health psychology, client groups and stakeholders, research methods and measurement issues and a health psychology research project.” (https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/psychology/msc-health-psychology/full-time)

The University of Stirling runs an MSc in Health Psychology, which teaches “the skills needed to help people deal with the psychological and emotional aspects of health and illness, and to support people who are chronically ill.” (https://www.stir.ac.uk/courses/pg-taught/psychology/health-psychology/) University of St. Andrews offers an MSc in Health Psychology, which “provides training in the applications of psychological theory and research methods.” (https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/subjects/medicine/health-psychology-msc/)

Coventry University offers an MSc in Health Psychology. According to the University, this course is “supporting others in dealing with the psychological and emotional aspects of health and illness, as well promoting healthier lifestyles.” (https://www.coventry.ac.uk/course-structure/pg/2019-20/hls/health-psychology-msc/) University of Nottingham offers an MSc / PG Dip in Health Psychology, which is “useful in the psychological concomitants of physical health.” (https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/pgstudy/course/taught/health-psychology-msc) University of Westminster runs an MSc in Health Psychology, which aims to “develop the theoretical and methodological skills essential for conducting independent research and applying health psychology in practice.” (https://www.westminster.ac.uk/psychology-courses/2020-21/september/full-time/health-psychology-msc)

Staffordshire University runs an MSc in Health Psychology, which focuses on “application of psychological theories, methods and research to the understanding of health, illness and healthcare.” (https://www.staffs.ac.uk/course/health-psychology-msc) University of Buckingham’s MSc in Health Psychology focuses “on understanding the behavioural processes around health, illness and disability” (https://www.buckingham.ac.uk/sciences/msc/health-psychology) University of Strathclyde Glasgow runs an MSc in Clinical Health Psychology, which focuses on “clinical, health and neuropsychology” (https://www.strath.ac.uk/courses/postgraduatetaught/clinicalhealthpsychology/#whythiscourse).  Cardiff Metropolitan University runs an MSc in Health Psychology, which focuses “on the roles of psychology, biology and social or environmental factors on health and health related behaviour.”  (http://www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/health/courses/Pages/Health-Psychology—MSc-.aspx)

NUI Galway, Ireland has an MSc in Health Psychology, which provides knowledge for “the identification and amelioration of psychological factors contributing to physical illness and the improvement of the health care system and formulation of health policy.” (http://www.nuigalway.ie/courses/taught-postgraduate-courses/health-psychology.html)

Erasmus University Rotterdam, Erasmus School of Social and Behavioural Sciences, The Netherlands runs an MSc in Health Psychology and Digital Interventions. The university aims to help students to “use psychological insights and evidence-based theory to create innovative technological solutions (eHealth)”. The program also aims to “exploring how psychological processes are linked to behaviours, and how we can use these insights to design interventions that promote healthier choices.” (https://www.eur.nl/en/essb/master/health-psychology-digital-interventions/why) Utrecht University, The Netherlands runs a Masters in Social and Health Psychology, which focuses on the ‘topics related to the control of human behaviour for the benefit of social interaction and health.” The curriculum involves multiple perspectives of the study behavioural regulation ranging from concrete views (social cognition and neuroscience) to global views (relationships, welfare, and health).” (https://www.uu.nl/masters/en/social-and-health-psychology)

University of Michigan – Dearborn, USA runs an MSc in Health Psychology, offered by the Behavioral Sciences Department in the College of Arts, Sciences and Letters (CASL). The program is research oriented and provides “intensive training in research methods typically used in health and behavioral medicine”. “The program incorporates class work in program development and program evaluation methods, as well as epidemiology.” (https://umdearborn.edu/casl/graduate-programs/programs/master-science-psychology/health-psychology). University of Sciences runs an MS in Health Psychology in which the coursework includes “neuropsychology, behavioral medicine, research methodology and management, evidence based practice and behavioral change”. (https://www.usciences.edu/misher-college-of-arts-and-sciences/behavioral-social-science/health-psychology-ms/index.html)

University of Wisconsin Milwaukee, College of Letters and Science Psychology offers research and theory based MS in Psychology with concentration in Health Psychology, in which  studies revolves around “health disparities, gender and health, aging, health education, patient advocacy and self-care behaviors, the effects of stress and mechanisms of coping with it, risk perception, complementary interventions, and pediatric conditions and pain.” (https://uwm.edu/psychology/graduate/m-s-program/health-psychology/)

The University of Auckland, New Zealand runs a two – year Master of Health Psychology (MHealthPsych), provides “trainings in theoretical, methodological and practical applications of health psychology” also “to use of methodological approaches in the health area”. (https://www.auckland.ac.nz/en/study/study-options/find-a-study-option/master-of-health-psychology-mhealthpsych.html)

Adelphi University offers an MA in School Psychology, which aims to provide “an ecological framework that promotes an appreciation of diversity and an understanding of the many factors affecting the academic and social-emotional development of children and adolescents.” (https://derner.adelphi.edu/psychology/graduate/masters-school-psychology/). Iona College runs an MA in School Psychology where “emphasis is placed on empirically based decision making in assessment, counseling and consultation service delivery and specific topics including functional behavior assessment, curriculum-based assessment, Response-to-Intervention (RTI), Positive Behavioral Supports, diversity awareness, and legal and professional issues. (https://www.iona.edu/academics/school-of-arts-science/departments/psychology/graduate-programs/ma-in-school-psychology.aspx).

The University at Austin offers MA / Specialist in School Psychology (SSP) and Ph.D. degrees which helps students “in understanding and enhancing the development of children and adolescents in context.”  (https://education.utexas.edu/departments/educational-psychology/graduate-programs/school-psychology). University of Washington has an Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) program in School Psychology with a duration of three years – two years of coursework and one year of internship. This program “teaches students how to serve children and adolescents’ educational and social- emotional needs as school psychologists”. (https://education.uw.edu/programs/graduate/educational-psychology/school-psychology-edscert) The university also runs Ph.D. in School Psychology which prepares “scientist-practitioners whose practice of psychology is grounded in scientific knowledge and focused on enhancing the socio-emotional and educational competence of school age children.” (https://education.uw.edu/programs/graduate/educational-psychology/school-psychology-phd).

University of Cincinnati offers Specialist-Level Ed.S. and Ph.D. program in School Psychology  and commits  to prepare “competent professional school psychologists according to the scientist-practitioner model.” ((https://cech.uc.edu/human-services/graduate-programs/scpsy.html) (https://cech.uc.edu/human-services/graduate-programs/school-psychology-phd.html). Columbia University runs Ed.M. and Ph.D. programs in School Psychology “with a focus on the application of psychological science to the promotion of learning and mental health in schools and other educational and mental health contexts.” (https://www.tc.columbia.edu/health-and-behavior-studies/school-psychology/).

Mercy College offers a MS in School Psychology with three tracks such as School Psychologist, School Psychologist w/a bilingual extension, School Psychologist w/a specialty in early childhood.  (https://www.mercy.edu/degrees-programs/ms-school-psychology#curriculum). Rochester Institute of Technology’s MS in School Psychology, “develops professional skills and competencies in assessment, counseling, consultation, and program evaluation” among students. (https://www.rit.edu/programs/school-psychology-ms). St. John’s University’s MS in School Psychology claims to “demonstrate effective consultation and collaboration skills, using consultative models for problem-solving.” (https://www.stjohns.edu/academics/programs/school-psychology-master-science). Roberts Wesleyan College runs a three-year MS in School Psychology which includes one year’s paid internship and “prepares students to evaluate, diagnose, and treat children and adolescents, in consultation with parents and teachers”. The course gives “direct practice within public and private elementary, middle, and high schools. Direct practice includes diagnostic evaluation and treatment of children and adolescents, and parent and teacher consultation.” (https://www.roberts.edu/graduate/programs/school-psychology-ms/).

Pace University runs Masters in School Psychology (MSED) which emphasizes on “psychoeducational services at schools, providing assistance to students, teachers, and other education professionals and parents. Graduates typically provide assessment, consultation, and intervention services in school settings.” (https://www.pace.edu/academics/graduate-students/degrees/school-psychology-msed)

Mount Saint Vincent University, Canada thesis based MA in School Psychology “follows a practitioner-scholar model that emphasizes the importance of evidence-based practice and maintaining knowledge of current research.” (https://www.msvu.ca/en/home/programsdepartments/education/graduateprograms/schoolpsychology/default.aspx)

In Europe, the University of Leiden in The Netherlands runs an MSc in School Psychology which is helpful to “create positive environments to support talent development and potential for learning in all students regardless of their initial intellectual level and mental health problems such as behavior or learning difficulties”. (https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/education/study-programmes/master/psychology/school-psychology).

In South Africa, although not called School Psychology, the Stellenbosch University runs a Master’s in Educational Psychology (MEdPsych) which aims “to develop and implement appropriate inclusive school- and community-based educational psychological programmes as well as specialised programmes”. (http://www.sun.ac.za/english/faculty/education/educational-psychology).

Sports psychologists are trained to help sportspersons adapt to situations either personal or within their team, to handle adversity and emotion. They help with issues of motivation, mental and physical strength. A degree in this field also entails an understanding of kinesiology – the mechanics of human movement. A practitioner in this field works holistically, with both mind and body. It is not uncommon to find a sports psychologist travelling along with a team, or with an individual in a non-team sport.

The arena of sport is not the only place where the skills of a sports psychologist are needed. They can be applied to any profession where the body is the actual tool (dance, gymnastics) for instance. This is a growing and evolving field of study with good employment opportunities.

The Department of Health and Kinesiology, Purdue University, has a Sport and Exercise Program. Students can undertake a two year full time M.S. degree or pursue doctoral studies depending on their existing qualification. This degree includes atheletic training education, motor control and development and sport and exercise psychology.

(www.purdue.edu/hhs/hk/sportpsych/gradprogram.html)

Liverpool John Moores University (School of Sport and Exercise Science) offers a one year M.Sc. in Sports Psychology. The programme is made up of core modules along with electives and research. These address issues such as anxiety and stress, mental skills training, ethics of practice and professional practice in sports psychology, among others. It is important that you check the guidelines for eligibility to this course as the criteria may be different for international students. (www.ljmu.ac.uk)

Another U.K. based university offering an M.Sc. in Sport and Exercise Psychology is Northumbria University, Newcastle. This is a one year module-based program integrating lectures, workshops and research for an all-round foundation and understanding of the field. The course is accredited by the British Psychological Society as a step towards qualifying for professional practice. (www.northumbria.ac.uk)

The University of Denver, Graduate School of Professional Psychology offers an M.A. in Sport and Performance Psychology. “This degree is intended for individuals in the sport, performing arts, health and fitness, or mental health fields who want to develop their ability to improve the performance and lives of those with whom they work.” The program includes courses in General Psychology as well as Sport and Performance Psychology with the hope of developing “competent, ethical and socially conscious professionals.”

(www.du.edu/gspp/programs/ma-sport-performance/)

NYU runs an M.A. program in I-O. This is a two year program which can be completed sooner if done full-time. It caters to working professionals, giving students some flexibility. Students with the requisite grade may submit an M.A. thesis rather than sit for the comprehensive written exam. Trained graduates learn to “factor human behaviour into the successful business equation by motivating productivity, building resilient leadership, supporting diverse cultures, and managing organiztional change.”

(www.psych.nyu.edu/programs/ma/io.html)

The University of Western Australia offers a Master of Industrial and Organizational Psychology as a two year full-time program comprising of classroom teaching, research, and practical application. A graduate of this program qualifies for professional registration in Australia. (www.studyat.uwa.edu.au/…/master-of-industrial-and-organisational- psychology-coursework)

The M.Sc. course offered by Leeds University Business School is a one year full-time or two year part-time program, and recognised by the British Psychological Society. Fieldwork, seminars and tutorials make up a part of the curriculum, and students also have the opportunity of trying out their skills in an actual business set-up.  (www.business.leeds.ac.uk/masters/msc-organizational-psychology)

“Industrial/Organisational and Business Psychology deals with human capital issues and is instrumental in helping businesses become more effective and profitable, as well as improving employees’ well-being and performance.” (www.ucl.ac.uk) University College London has a one year-full time and a two year part-time course in I-O. Graduates of this course are eligible to work as consultants. Management consultancy and positions as HR professionals are popular career options for students holding this degree.

There is a rapidly developing relationship between man and machine, with accuracy, speed, safety and usability becoming the cornerstone of all technology. For this reason, industries have realised the importance of engaging engineering psychologists to assist in making designs functional and user-friendly. The scope for employment is vast – from medical facilities to academia, there are numerous environments in which an engineering psychologist may find work.

Herriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, has a full-time M.Sc. program in Human Factors. This is one year program, accredited by the Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors, includes core modules, electives, and a research project. The objective is “to consider the human in systems from a physical, cognitive and organisational perspective.” (http://www.postgraduate.hw.ac.uk/prog/492/)

The School of Engineering at Tufts University also offers an M.Sc. in Human Factors. Students are expected to complete the program within two years, failing which, they may apply for continuation. Teaching Assistantships and Research Assistantships are also available on a competitive basis. (http://engineering.tufts.edu/me/graduate/msHumanFactors.htm)

Another option for students interested in this branch of psychology is the M.Sc. in Engineering Psychology offered by Georgia Tech School of Psychology (College of Sciences). This degree is accredited by the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society. It is a two year program which can lead to a Ph.D. for those interested in continuing with their research. The college also has an arrangement for internships both within the school as well as externally. (http://www.psychology.gatech.edu/graduate/engineering)

(Note: You may find that some General Psychology programs include Engineering Psychology as part of the course.)

Understanding the workings of the human mind helps not only in profiling criminals for police investigations, but also in evaluating mental fitness. Working with the police, a forensic psychologist may be required at a crime scene to use his/her understanding of deviant behaviour to help track a criminal. Any available knowledge of the criminal’s past enables the psychologist to work out future behaviour as well. Forensic psychologists can help the courts in child custody cases by determining whether a person is a risk to themselves or to others, or they can work as family counselors or as consultants.

A background in either criminal justice, forensics, criminology, or psychology with a focus on deviance, would be an added advantage to those wishing to pursue an M.A. or an MSc. in this field. The following information is merely an outline of what is on offer. There are many more courses of this type so further research is a must.

The Chicago School of Professional Psychology offers an M.A. in Forensic Psychology. “Students learn from experienced faculty through a practitioner-focused curriculum and obtain the skills needed to effectively use psychology in legal and public policy arenas in an ethical, academically informed, and research-based manner.” (www.thechicagoschool.edu).

An M.A. in Forensic Psychology is also offered by the John Jay College of Criminal Justice in New York. Students have the option of following the regular route for earning this degree, or they may complete it via the Externship Track or through the Externship/Thesis Combination. It is advisable that you study the 3 options carefully before applying. The overall focus of this program is to provide students “with an advanced understanding of psychological development and psychopathology, personality assessment, psychotherapeutic techniques and research methods.” (www.jjay.cuny.edu).

The School of Psychology, University of Kent (U.K.) conducts an MSc. in Forensic Psychology which enables students to qualify as Chartered Forensic Psychologists, and has been certified as meeting the criteria for preparation for doing PhD research. (www.kent.ac.uk)

Middlesex University also offers an MSc. in Forensic Psychology, accredited by the British Psychological Society, using interactive methods as a means of instruction, with a strong focus on research. “With a strong grounding in ethics, human rights, professional practice and research, our training will aid subsequent professional practice.” (www.mdx.ac.uk)

(www.counsellingpsychology.elpse.gr).

Counselling families, helping people figure out their careers or working with those who have issues with self-worth are among the many concerns a counsellor might deal with. Counsellors also work closely with people who have diagnosed emotional disorders and physical drawbacks, among others. Counselling holds an important place in the well-being of society at large, as it aims to improve the quality of life of those in need of support. This field of study is linked with areas of psychology across the spectrum.

Students may choose to be general counselors or work with a specific and focused demographic groups. For instance, some Master’s programs are dedicated to child welfare and counselling children; there are others which train counsellors in working solely with special needs and disabled patients. The employment options for counsellors are many. They can work in mental health, educational or business institutions, in the social welfare sector, or as private practitioners, to name a few.

The Department of Education and Counselling Psychology at McGill University, Canada, runs an M.A. in Counselling Psychology that trains students to become professional counsellors. Apart from preparing students to become professional counsellors, “this program teaches them to be intelligent consumers of the relevant research literature in this field and to do research in the applied aspects of the profession. For this purpose, it draws on the findings of developmental psychology, career psychology, and neuropsychology among other basic sciences.” (http://www.mcgill.ca/edu-ecp/) There are two types of Master’s programs –

Concentration: Professional/Internship. This degree qualifies students to work as professional counsellors.

Concentration: Project. Students opting for this program are trained for doctoral research and will not qualify as practitioners. It is advised that you check the qualification requirements of the country in which you are planning to practice.

Keele University (U.K.), has a full time M.Sc. course in Counselling Psychology. This is a one year program, and integrates classroom teaching with research and practical application. The aim of the program is to “equip students with the knowledge and expertise to support their work as professional person-centred/humanistic counsellors.” (http://www.keele.ac.uk/pgtcourses/counsellingpsychology/#tabs-1)

NYU Steinhardt offers an M.A. in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness. This is a recognised and accredited degree for qualification as a licensed counselor. The program looks to guide students in “understanding people across the lifespan in cultural contexts, promotion of equity and social justice…”

(http://steinhardt.nyu.edu/apps…mental_health_wellness/)

Another option for students is the M.Sc. in Counselling Studies at The University of Edinburgh. This is offered as both a full time as well as a part time course. The program provides a firm background in counselling skills, acting as a stepping stone towards further specialist training for those wishing to become qualified and practicing counsellors.

(http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools departments/health/counselling/study/research-programmes/msc-counselling)