Overview

The MA in Psychology - Applied Psychology (Positive and Coaching Psychology) at University College Cork equips students with advanced training in positive psychology coaching skills that will prepare them for a career as a professional coach. Skills in research methodology are a prerequisite for all psychology professions, and they constitute a key set of skills that set psychologists apart in the wider workplace.

Career

Master's training is an integral part of any human services profession. Ultimately we envisage our graduates will have three career routes opened to them by completing this course.

Solopreneurs in the private sector, either as a consultant practitioner or through the development of private practice.
As part of a route to becoming a chartered coaching psychologist or an accredited coach.
A Research/Academic career in Psychology or related area perhaps by moving into a PhD.

Programme Structure

Courses

Research Methods and Data Analysis

Practice of Evidence-Based Coaching

Positive Psychology and Human Flourishing

Positive Psychology Coaching Practice

Cognitive enhancement and motivational interviewing as strategies for change

Health Psychology

Positive Organisational Psychology

Private Practice

Positive Psychology in Group Settings

Learning, Well-Being, & Participation at Work

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-03-10 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

Credits

90 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Psychology Coaching

Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum of an awarded Second Class Honours Grade II in an undergraduate (honours) degree

An interest in the appropriate application of psychological theory and methods to coaching practice.

Reasons for applying to the course, including a written statement about career objectives.

All applicants must arrange for one Referee's Report form to completed and uploaded to their application.

Tuition Fee

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International

18800 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 18800 EUR per year during 12 months.
EU/EEA

8080 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 8080 EUR per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Cork

860 - 1400 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Psychology - Applied Psychology (Positive and Coaching Psychology).

Available Scholarships

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