The master's (MS) in physiology is a one-year program designed to help college graduates strengthen their academic credentials in preparation for application to U.S. medical schools. The cornerstone of our program is to provide our students with a significant side-by-side experience with first year medical students (M1) at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine.Our master's program is approximately 11 months in duration (it begins in mid-August and ends in mid-June). Participants can only enroll in the program as full-time students

Curriculum

MA Organizational & Community Psychology

Year 1 - Fall Semester
Focus Area Course
One focus area course (3 credits) is required.
Course    Title/Desc    Credit
PSYC6004    Industrial/Organizational Psychology (B- min)    3
Required Courses
Courses in this grouping are required.
Course    Title/Desc    Credit
PSYC7014    Graduate Statistics I (B- min)    3
PSYC7021    Social and Personality Psychology across the Lifespan (B- min)    3
PSYC7063    Program Assessment and Policy Analysis (B- min)    3
Applied Coursework
Three courses (9 credit hours) required throughout career.
Course    Title/Desc    Credit
PSYC7035    Cognition across the Lifespan (B- min)    3
OLHR8010    Organizational Development and Change (B- min)    2 - 3
OLHR8029    Individual Behavior in the Workplace (B- min)    2 - 3
OLHR8076    Employee Development and Training (B- min)    2 - 3
OLHR8098    Teaching Practicum (B- min)    1 - 3
OLHR8099    Research in HR (B- min)    1 - 3

Year 1 - Spring Semester
Focus Area Course
One focus area course (3 credits) is required.
Course    Title/Desc    Credit
PSYC7005    Community Psychology (B- min)    3
Quantitative Reasoning Courses
One course (3 credits) is required.
Course    Title/Desc    Credit
PSYC7006    Community-Engaged Research Graduate Practicum (B- min)    3
PSYC7015    Graduate Statistics II (B- min)    3
PSYC7064    Program Assessment and Policy Analysis II (B- min)    3
Applied Coursework
Three courses (9 credit hours) required throughout career.
Course    Title/Desc    Credit
OLHR8082    Negotiation (B- min)    2 - 3
OLHR8084    The Diverse Workforce (B- min)    2 - 3
OLHR8090    Strategic Leadership for HR (B- min)    2 - 3
OLHR8096    Performance Management (B- min)    2 - 3
EDST7045    Community-Based Participatory Research (B- min)    3
EDST7093    Learning, Working and Thriving in Groups (B- min)    3
MAP Capstone
One option is required.
Course    Title/Desc    Credit
PSYC7090    Non-Thesis Research (B- min)    1 - 6
PSYC7095    Research on the Master's Thesis (B- min)    1 - 6
OLHR9000    MHR Capstone (B- min)    1 - 3

The Master of Arts in Psychology program includes:

• A combination of formal coursework with opportunities for “real world,” applied work as part of the Capstone project, thesis-related research, and other experiences
• 5 required courses in psychology and research
• Multiple options for electives that allow you to customize the program
• Guided opportunities for professional development and internship support through partnership with Division of Experiential Learning and Community Engagement
• The Master’s Thesis option for the Capstone allows you to design and execute independent research
• The Master’s Non-Thesis option for the Capstone allows you to apply classroom learning to professional experience
• Strong mentorship through formal and informal faculty advising

Admission Requirements

You will need the following items to complete the online application process:

1. A personal statement that describes why you want to pursue the MAP degree and anything else that you wish to call to the attention of the MAP Program Admission Committee;
2. Two (2) letters of recommendation from individuals who know you professionally or academically.  At least one letter should be written by a faculty member who can speak to your academic qualifications and readiness for graduate work.
3. Transcripts of all current (and previous) college or university grades. Note: for the application, you may upload unofficial transcripts; however, if admitted to the MAP program you will be asked to submit official transcripts to the program office.
4. Your current resume or CV.

Tuition fee-1 years$30,000