Master of Arts in Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies/Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology

Whether you complete this program in one year or two, you will come away with a solid understanding of the scientific foundations of psychology, as well as rigorous training and direct experience in conducting research, from experimental design to data collection and analysis.

Recent graduates of our master's program have gone on to pursuits such as doctoral programs, research assistants, clinical research coordinators, education administrators, consultants/ advisors and project managers, as well as to careers in marketing, finance, government, tutoring and law.
This degree option replaces a master's degree in the student's program. Students currently enrolled in an affiliated Brandeis PhD program may enroll in the joint MA at any time during their graduate studies with the approval of the joint MA graduate advisor in their home department. Prospective PhD students interested in pursuing the joint MA must apply directly to the PhD program through the home department, but should note their interest in the joint program in their statement of purpose.

A bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) must be obtained prior to matriculation in the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. Minimum scores for each exam are: 600 (paper-based TOEFL) 250 (computer-based TOEFL) 100 (Internet-based TOEFL) 7 (IELTS)