Overview
From studying the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors of individuals to group identity and collective action you will acquire the theory, concepts and research skills to prepare for research careers in academia, data analytics, consulting, public health, and criminal justice.
Collaborate with a team of faculty mentors whose research interests include group dynamics, moral judgment, imagination, self-control, criminal justice, and the link between music and emotion. You will obtain hands-on training in research design, methods, and advanced data analytic techniques, while gaining teaching experience.
Career Outcomes
Pursue your area of specialty to make an impact on communities, corporations or individuals. Recent graduates of UAlbany's social and personality PhD program have obtained positions at Yale University, the University of North Carolina and Union College, as well as research positions in the government, military, and private sector.
With a PhD in Social and Personality Psychology at the University at Albany, potential careers include:
- Professor
- Researcher
- Data Scientist
- Educational Program Designer
- Human Resource Manager
- Marketing Researcher
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Social Psychology
- Attitudes and Social Cognition
- Multivariate Analysis
- Meta-Analysis
- Group Dynamics
- Theories of Personality
- Research Methods in Psychology
- Psychometric Theory and Research
- Special Topics in Social Psychology
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
GRE: Required
English Requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 110
- TOEFL iBT: 79
- PTE Academic: 53
- IELTS: 6.5
General Requirements
Required Application Materials
- Transcripts from all schools attended
- Three letters of recommendation
- Statement of goals
The GRE general test is not required but may be considered.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 40,681 AUD / year (approx. 28,318 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 40,681 AUD / year (approx. 28,318 USD / year)
- Domestic (In-State): 19,980 AUD / year (approx. 13,908 USD / year)
Living Costs
Albany, United States: 1,451-2,255 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
