Overview

The Psychology - Applied Psychology programme at University College Cork is designed to help you appreciate the potential and values of applied psychology, think critically about psychological theory and practice, and give you the opportunity to explore your own particular interests.

Careers Information

On completion of this MA you will have acquired many skills including:

The ability to critically appraise psychological research and practice in a range of settings;

Advanced knowledge of the professional and ethical issues that may arise in the application of psychology, and in service design and evaluation;

Competence in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with colleagues;

Skills in planning and implementing an effective research course

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Psychological Assessment

Advanced Issues in Quantitative Research Methods

Qualitative Research Methods and Data Analysis

Critical Community Psychology

Clinical Presentations (Child, Adolescent, Adult, and ID)

Psychological Principles and Skills in Working with Children and Families

Service Design and Evaluation

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-03 00:00:00

Language

English

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120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

63

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OTE

140

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cork, Ireland

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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63

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140

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

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

Satisfy the eligibility requirements for graduate membership of either the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) or the British Psychological Society (BPS).

Provide an academic reference.

Supply statements detailing: A research proposal

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Tuition Fees

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23500 EUR / year

≈ 23500 EUR / year
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EU/EEA Nationals

8400 EUR / year

≈ 8400 EUR / year

Living costs

Cork

Ireland

860 - 1400 EUR / month

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Funding

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