Overview

At Human Development and Education from Harvard University by linking theories and pioneering research with practice and policy about child, adolescent, and adult development, you will have opportunities to examine different developmental domains — including cognitive, emotional, social, moral, and neurological — as well as design strategies and interventions to promote healthy development.

Careers

School counselor (K–12)

Teacher

Curricula developer

College or university administrator

Afterschool program, camp, or youth organization director

Researcher (university centers, nonprofit/for-profit think tank)

Local, state, or federal government program administrator

Field-staff or program manager at domestic or international non-governmental organizations (NGOs)

Consultant, trainer, facilitator, technical assistance provider

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Education in Context: History, Philosophy and Sociology

Learning Theory and Implications for Instruction

Curriculum Design and Instructional Decision Making

Creating Positive Classroom Environments

Understanding Barriers to Learning

Assessment and Evaluation

Teaching for Diverse and Inclusive Classrooms

Living and Learning Globally

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-05 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

104

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Credits

42 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cambridge, United States

Disciplines

Education Developmental Psychology View 83 other Masters in Developmental Psychology in United States

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Academic requirements

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

104

Schedule TOEFL®

Other requirements

General requirements

Online Application Form

Statement of Purpose and Résumé

Three letters of recommendation (submitted through the online application system)

Standardized test score(s): GRE (optional) TOEFL or IELTS (if applicable)

Transcript(s) from each postsecondary institution attended (uploaded with the online application)

$85 application fee (paid via credit card with the online application)

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Tuition Fee

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International

60102 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 60102 USD per year during 12 months.
National

60102 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 60102 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

60102 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 60102 USD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Cambridge

1814 - 3756 USD /month

Living costs

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

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

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