Fielding Graduate University's School of Psychology offers a Master of Arts degree in Media Psychology and Social Change with the cooperation of UCLA Extension. Media psychology is multidisciplinary, drawing from developmental, sensory, and cognitive psychology; systems theory; and positive psychology, motivation, and learning theories. It encompasses an analysis of the psychological impact of evolving media content and presentation and risks of the information society as we use (and misuse) traditional media--radio, television, and film--and new media--social networks, blogs, virtual immersive worlds, identity sites, and mobile communications.

Students will study the specific benefits of understanding human behavior when working with media applications, how media affects individuals and cultures, and how media can be used for socially constructive purposes. Curriculum includes: Media Psychology, Global Media and Technology, Narrative Media, Media Ethics, Foundations of Research, Media and Positive Psychology, Media for Social Change, Media and Conflict Resolution, and Media and the Family. This program takes 17 weeks and 36 credits to complete. In addition, special provisions are available to those who may later wish to pursue a doctorate at Fielding.

Accreditation

Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities.