Community Psychology (M.A.)

Master of Arts in Community Psychology

The Master of Arts in Community Psychology is administrated by the graduate program in Counseling and Community Psychology. The Community Psychology degree places its graduates at the forefront of advancing global trends towards multicultural and systemic community psychology practice. Courses prepare students to work with communities, schools, governments, international or multilateral organizations and/or nongovernmental organizations to develop, implement, and evaluate psychosocial interventions that promote psychological and physical health and well-being. The program exposes students to methods of community psychology practice that are ethically responsible and culturally appropriate to Egypt and the region.

Admission

The applicant should have a minimum of 3.0 GPA in undergraduates studies; if the student has an MA in a related field already, a 3.0 GPA will also be expected at that level. Applicants should have taken an introduction to psychology course and completed previous coursework in statistics and research methods relevant to the social sciences. It is preferred that applicants have completed an undergraduate major in psychology or a related filed, or have relevant work experience.

Language Requirement

The applicant should demonstrate proficiency in the English language in accordance with AUC standards.