Masters degree in Social Psychology

Learn more about the Masters program in Social Psychology and what it can do for your career...

It's probably safe to say that when most individuals consider entering into a psychology based profession, the underlying reasons are founded by social psychology concepts.

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Many people contemplate a profession in a psychology field because of events or revelations in one's life. Perhaps the event is something witnessed on television, maybe an individual experienced the results of social inequality personally. Regardless of the method, after someone has decided to make the world a better place, actions based on the concepts of social psychology are likely at the heart of one's motivation.

Masters degree programs in social psychology will provide students with an understanding of concepts and theories necessary to thoroughly analyze the behavior of individuals and society at large. In addition, a social psychology program will help students develop the skill set to properly create an action plan to facilitate change at either the individual, organizational, or societal level.

What you will learn...

Specifically, a Masters degree program in Social Psychology will provide you with knowledge in most if not all of the following areas:

Masters in Social Psychology Concepts

  • Impact of social facets on human development and behavior
  • Apply psychological concepts to global issues and social change
  • Analyze and evaluate psychological theories
  • Multicultural issues
  • Global perspectives in understanding psychological theories, research and practice
  • Principles of statistics and research design
  • Cognitive psychology
  • Relation of self and culture
  • Concepts of persuasion, conformity, attraction, prejudice, aggression, group dynamics, and multiculturalism
  • Social inequalities and psychology behind efforts toward reformation

Masters in Social Psychology Programs ...

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Salary Benefits...

As stated in a Bureau of Labor and Statistics Current Population Survey from May of 20081:

  • The average salaries of those who hold a Masters degree in 2008 was $1,228/week, while those only holding a Bachelor's degree was $978/week.
  • In addition, those who are educated in a psychology field typically earn above the national average for individuals with a similar level of education. Click here to download a BLS survey of wage distributions for careers often held by those who enter a professional field in psychology.

Advancement...

Masters programs in Social Psychology are often times a step along the path toward earning a doctoral degree. However, if the thought of advancing your education does not interest you, many employers in virtually every industry find those with a masters degree in a psychology field often turn out to be highly productive and intelligent problem solvers. Regardless of where you see your future heading, after the completion of a masters degree in social psychology, the option to continue your education will always be there.

Career possibilities for those with a Master's degree in Social Psychology...

  • Counseling Psychologist (PhD and licensure are required)
  • Social Psychologist (PhD and licensure are required)
  • Community college instructor
  • Management positions

Resources:
1 BLS Statistics from 2008