Graduate School of Human Sciences
M.S. Counseling Psychology
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2 Years · Plan A (Thesis) & Plan B (Non-Thesis)
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Degree
M.S.
Duration
2 Years
Study mode
Weekday & Weekend
Campus
Huamak
About this programme
Advancing Human Understanding Through Counseling
The M.S. in Counseling Psychology program endeavors to educate and train competent practitioners of counseling psychology who will deliver high-quality human services for the greater understanding of humankind. The program aims to develop persons with a high moral and ethical understanding of 21st-century advancements, well-grounded in empirical findings, social implications, and ethical considerations from a scientific perspective of psychological science. It also aims to produce competent future counselors with grounded knowledge in current theoretical orientations and a sound background for further study at the doctoral level. The program offers both thesis (Plan A) and non-thesis (Plan B) options, with weekday and weekend tracks available. Credit transfer, course transfer, and cross-university registration are supported. Classes are held at Huamak Campus.
Key features
Why this programme
Counseling Excellence
Educates and trains competent practitioners who will deliver high-quality human services for the greater understanding of humankind.
Ethical & Scientific Foundation
Develops a high moral and ethical understanding grounded in empirical findings, social implications, and ethical considerations of psychological science.
Weekday & Weekend Tracks
Flexible scheduling with both weekday evening and Saturday classes, allowing working professionals to pursue their degree.
Credit & Course Transfer
Supports credit transfer, course transfer, and cross-university registration, providing flexibility for students from other institutions.
Doctoral Pathway
Provides a sound background knowledge and theoretical orientation for those who wish to continue their studies at the doctoral level.
Professional Development
Requires 60 hours of Professional Development Experience, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for real-world counseling practice.
What you’ll study
Areas of focus
Build specialist depth while connecting your learning to current professional and research questions.
Counseling Theory & Practice
Current theoretical orientations in counseling psychology, therapeutic techniques, and practical applications for delivering effective human services.
Psychological Science
Empirical research methods, psychological assessment, and evidence-based practices grounded in a scientific perspective of psychological science.
Ethics & Professional Development
Ethical considerations, social implications, and professional development experiences essential for competent and responsible counseling practice.
Programme details
Admission and requirements
Admission Requirements
- Completed application form with 6 photographs (1" × 1.5")
- Three copies of house registration (Thai applicants) or passport (international applicants)
- Three copies of official transcripts and three copies of the bachelor's degree certificate from an accredited institution with a GPA of at least 2.50 on a scale of 4.00
- Two letters of recommendation from two different people who can attest to the applicant's moral character and other traits
AU-EPT & English Proficiency
- Take the AU-English Proficiency Test and interview
- Applicants who submit TOEFL iBT 90 or PBT 575, or IELTS 6.5 scores are exempt from the AU-EPT
- Also exempt: holders of a Bachelor's or Master's degree from the USA, Canada, UK, Australia, or New Zealand
Graduation Requirements
- Complete all courses in the curriculum with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.00 (Plan A & B)
- Complete 60 hours of Professional Development Experience (Plan A & B)
- Plan A (Thesis): Propose and defend the thesis before a committee (open to the public); have the thesis or part of the thesis published or accepted for publication in a national or international journal in accordance with OHEC's regulations (B.E. 2558), or presented at a conference with published proceedings
- Plan B (Non-Thesis): Pass the oral and/or written comprehensive examination; propose and defend the independent study before a committee (open to the public); have the independent study or part of the independent study published in any retrievable form
- Obtain library and financial clearance from the University (Plan A & B)
- Demonstrate good behavior and discipline (Plan A & B)
Schedule
- Campus
- Huamak, Ramkhamhaeng 24 Rd.
- Mon – Fri
- 6:30 – 9:30 PM
- Saturday
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 1:00 – 4:00 PM
- Day
- Weekday Evening
- Options
- Plan A (Thesis) & Plan B (Non-Thesis)
Tuition and planning
Plan your investment with confidence
Tuition, scholarship, and instalment details can change by intake and applicant status. Ask the Graduate School for the current official fee sheet for this programme.