Overview
Taught exclusively in English by world-renowned scholars in social science, the Applied Social Psychology at HSE University is a unique master’s programme in Russia that gives students the opportunity to choose which areas they want to focus on, as well as the ability to complement their training in social psychology with minors in management, sociology, economics, and other disciplines.
Programme goal
The programme aims to train students in theoretical and applied social psychology, preparing them for careers in academia or in applied research settings focused on social psychology studies.
Advantages of the programme
The programme offers a number of advantages, including:
- The opportunity to earn two diplomas in social psychology from two outstanding universities
- The opportunity to learn from the leading researchers in the field of social psychology studies: Fons van de Vijver, Klaus Boehnke, Ilja van Beest
- A multicultural student community at HSE and the opportunity to gain unique international experience by studying in Moscow
- An individual training path with various elective and online courses
- Exposure to career opportunities in academia, government and business
Career opportunities
Graduates of our programme have pursued advanced positions in a number of different sectors, including:
- Academia: PhD programmes at graduate schools around the world, teaching at colleges and universities, work in research centres
- Civil service: departments and offices working on social and migration issues
- Large international companies, for example in roles in consulting, market research, and human resources
- Non-government and non-profit organizations (e.g., CAF, UNICEF, WWF)
- Double-degree graduates have the opportunity to seek employment in European companies following a professional internship at Tilburg University.
Accreditation
State Accreditation
Programme Structure
Course included:
- Cross-cultural Psychology
- Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods in Psychology
- Theory and Methodology of Modern Psychology
- Social Cognition
- Social Psychology of Prejudice
- Environment Psychology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Psychology Sociology Corporate Social ResponsibilityAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
A photocopy of the diploma and academic transcripts
Motivation letter in English.
Summary on 5-10 pages for your final qualifying work (research paper) in English.
CV in English.
Tuition Fee
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International
5239 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 5239 EUR per year during 24 months.
400 000 RUB
Living costs for Moscow
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
International students can apply to study at HSE for free through full-tuition scholarships. This merit-based scholarship will completely waive all tuition fees for selected full-degree Master's programmes at HSE. Here is a link to explore: https://admissions.hse.ru/en/graduate-apply/financial-aid
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.