Psychology of Culture
In an increasingly diverse world, the study of culture encompasses an ever-growing range of thoughts, perceptions, and behaviors. Through discussion and case study applications, gain a broad understanding of the field of psychology, along with a focus on the impact of culture on human psychology. Understand and conceptualize human psychology from multicultural, cross-cultural, and global perspectives as you prepare for a career working with diverse populations locally, regionally, and internationally.
Completion Requirements
- 54–61 total quarter credit hours
Estimated time to completion is 1.5 years. Time to completion may vary by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. For a personalized estimate of your time to completion, call an enrollment advisor at 1-866-492-5336.
Curriculum
The courses are delivered in a prescribed sequence. Each quarter includes two concurrent 12-week courses.| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
| Quarter 1 | ||
| PSYC 6001 | Foundations for Graduate Study in Psychology | 1 |
| PSYC 6211 | Contemporary Issues in Psychology | 5 |
| Quarter 2 | ||
| PSYC 6205 | History and Systems of Psychology | 5 |
| PSYC 6245 | Social Psychology | 5 |
| Quarter 3 | ||
| RSCH 6100Y | Research Theory, Design, and Methods | 4 |
| PSYC 6701 | Culture and Psychology | 5 |
| Quarter 4 | ||
| RSCH 6200Y | Quantitative Reasoning and Analysis | 4 |
| PSYC 6830 | Psychology of Sexuality | 5 |
| Quarter 5 | ||
| PSYC 6825 | Psychology of Gender | 5 |
| PSYC 6805 | Holistic Psychology | 5 |
| Quarter 6 | ||
| PSYC 6700 | Psychology and Social Change | 5 |
| PSYC 6393 | M.S. Psychology Capstone | 5 |
Thesis Option
This program does not require a thesis. However, upon consultation with an advisor, you may choose to take two 6-credit-hour thesis courses (PSYC 6390 Thesis) instead of PSYC 6393 M.S. Psychology Capstone. The thesis option extends the program by at least one quarter.
For more information about the thesis option and a personalized estimate of your time to completion, call your enrollment advisor at 1-866-492-5336.
For assistance in deciding which online degree specialization fits your goals, request information or speak with an enrollment advisor by calling 1-866-492-5336. A list of international toll-free phone numbers is available for students outside the United States.
Note on Licensure
The Psychology of Culture specialization in the M.S. in Psychology is not a licensure program and does not prepare an individual to become a licensed psychology professional.
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