MASTER OF / MASTER OF ARTS IN
Psychology major in Developmental Psychology
The MC Psychology Graduate Program offers thesis and non-thesis masteral-level degrees with concentration in Developmental Psychology. These programs offer comprehensive and substantive training through scholarly research and actual field practice with emphasis on life-span developmental issues — from infancy to adulthood. Developmental issues and problems as they affect the family structure and dynamics will also be a major focus of the course.
- Master of Arts in Psychology, major in Developmental Psychology (thesis)
A thesis culminates the students’ academic learning experience. It provides the student with the means to display mastery of research skills in contributing to knowledge in Psychology. The thesis will reflect the ability to conduct research and write the research report in a scholarly manner worthy of publication. - Master of Psychology, major in Developmental Psychology (non-thesis)
A practice-based capstone project culminates the student’s academic learning experience. It provides the student with an opportunity to exhibit the knowledge and skills obtained during the course of the graduate study. The project indicates the student’s acquisition of learning.
At the end of the program, graduates may work towards a certification as a specialist in Developmental Psychology. They may also become Human Development Specialists engaging in assessment and evaluation, therapy and program development, research, and assessment in developmental psychology.
What Will I Study?
Below are some of the topics and core courses that you will take:
- Advanced Psychological Statistics
- Advanced Quantitative and Qualitative Researches for the Behavioral Sciences
- Advanced Theories of Personality
- Advanced Psychological Assessment
- Advanced Developmental Neuropsychology
- Advanced Abnormal Psychology
- Advanced Counseling Psychology and Psychotherapy
- Socio-emotional and Personality Development
- Cognitive Development
- Program Development for Children, Adolescents, and Adults
- Advanced Cross Cultural Studies in Developmental Psychology
- Developmental Psychopathology
- Advanced Health Psychology
- Advanced Positive Psychology
- Technical Writing in Psychology
- Current and Emerging Trends in Psychology
Why pursue your graduate degree in Psychology at Miriam College?
- Integrates theory and practice to empower students to become effective contributors in the field of specialization
- Links with local and international institutions to ensure curriculum that is timely, culturally relevant, and innovative
- Encourages sensitivity among students in recognizing relevant issues related to human development, particularly in local and regional community settings
- Emphasizes on training skilled psychologists that can support individuals and families in normative or difficult circumstances
- Engages in sub-programs that promote community extension services (“Padayon”), college community well-being (“Pamati”), student-faculty training and collaboration (“Talasan”), and other academic, cultural, and social partnerships (“Ugnayan”)
- Trains and mentors from a dynamic roster of faculty that bring in extensive wealth of experience from respective fields of expertise, are nationally recognized, and internationally-trained
“Padayon” is a Visayan term that means “continuing on”; “Pamati” is a Waray/Visayan term that means “to listen”; “Talasan” is a Tagalog term that means “to sharpen”; “Ugnayan” is a Tagalog term that means “relationship”.
Total Program Units: 64 units
Coursework: 52
Practicum: 6
Thesis: 6
Standard Completion Time: 3.5 years
Accreditation
This program has Level IV accreditation from the Philippine Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges, and Universities (PAASCU). More Information >
Career Paths
Graduates of the thesis or non-thesis programs in Psychology, major in Developmental Psychology, may look into the following fields as career options:
- Psychologist providing psychological services in:
- Psychological and developmental assessment
- Program development with specialization in human development and specific life stages
- Supervised psychotherapy
- Specialist in human development
- Faculty in the undergraduate level
- Mentor and supervisor for the MA level
- Program Development
- Researcher
Meet the Faculty
Kristine Faith Moral
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Lissa Antoinette Mendoza
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Melissa Paulita Mariano
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Ma. Paz Manaligod
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Jerry Jurisprudencia
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Gail Galang
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Olivia Carandang
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Maria Lourdes Baybay
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Michele Alignay
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Grace Brillantes-Evangelista
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Victoria Narciso Apuan
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Rheo M. Paguibitan
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Celeste Joy O. Matias
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Cristina Nieves Aligada Halal
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Kornellie L. Raquitico
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Janet S. Gasis
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Ma. Melissa Lamug
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Monica Walet
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Johann Andrew Sagmit
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