Free Online Advanced Psychology Courses from Top Universities

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There are several advanced psychology courses offered online for free by top universities, including the University of California - Berkeley and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. These classes cover issues in areas like psychological analysis and developmental psychology.
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Free Advanced Psychology Courses

Students can find advanced psychology courses are two prominent U.S. schools. Courses provide instruction in areas such as hypothesis formulation and testing in psychology, biological and personality development, enlightenment and meditation techniques.

University of California (UC) - Berkeley

UC Berkeley's free courses in psychology are available in audio and video formats. Class topics include psychology testing used in research and data analysis, such as the Mann-Whitney U test, developmental psychology from childhood to adolescence and Buddhist psychology.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

Online learners at MIT can take a graduate course to learn advanced concepts in the development of cognition and affect. Topics include emotions, social relations and biology.

Free Online Advanced Psychology Courses at a Glance

Course & School Program Level Format Assignments Quizzes & Exams Downloadable
Psychology 101 course from University of California - Berkeley Undergraduate Audio, Video No No Yes
Psychology 107 course from University of California - Berkeley Undergraduate Audio No No Yes
Psychology 140 course from University of California - Berkeley Undergraduate Audio, Video No No Yes
Evolutionary Psychology course from Massachusetts Institute of Technology Graduate Text Yes No Yes

Popular Schools

  • Online Programs Available
    1. Grand Canyon University

    Program Options

    Doctorate
      • Doctor of Philosophy in General Psychology: Performance Psychology (Qualitative Research)
      • Doctor of Philosophy in General Psychology: Performance Psychology (Quantitative Research)
      • Doctor of Philosophy in General Psychology: Industrial and Organizational Psychology (Qualitative Research)
      • Doctor of Philosophy in General Psychology: Industrial and Organizational Psychology (Quantitative Research)
      • Doctor of Philosophy in General Psychology: Cognition and Instruction (Qualitative Research)
      • Doctor of Philosophy in General Psychology: Cognition and Instruction (Quantitative Research)
    Master's
      • M.S. Psychology with an Emphasis in Gerontology
      • M.S. in Psychology with an Emphasis in Human Factors
      • MS in Psychology: General Psychology
      • M.S. in Psychology with an Emphasis in Health Psychology
      • MS in Psychology: Industrial & Organizational Psychology
      • M.S. in Mental Health and Wellness with Emphasis in Grief and Bereavement
    Bachelor's
      • BS in Psychology
      • B.S. in Psychology with an Emphasis in Performance and Sports Psychology
      • Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Health Science
      • Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Health Science with an Emphasis in Trauma
      • B.S. in Behavioral Health Science with an Emphasis in Substance Use Disorders
      • Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Health Science with an Emphasis in Family Dynamics
  • Online Programs Available
    2. Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology

    Program Options

    Master's
      • Masters in Psychology
      • Masters in Applied Behavior Analysis
      • Masters in Clinical Psychology (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist)
      • Masters in Clinical Psychology (Licensed Professional Counselor)
  • Online Programs Available
    3. Florida Tech

    Program Options

    Bachelor's
      • BA in Applied Psychology
      • BA in Applied Psychology/Child Advocacy
      • BA in Applied Psychology/Clinical Psychology
      • BA in Applied Psychology/Organizational Psychology
      • BA in Applied Psychology/Forensic Psychology
    Associate's
      • AA in Applied Psychology
  • Online Programs Available
    4. Penn Foster High School

    Program Options

    High School Diploma
      • HS Diploma
  • Online Programs Available
    5. Keiser University

    Program Options

    Master's
      • M.S. - Psychology
    Bachelor's
      • B.A. - Psychology
  • Campus and Online Programs
    6. The Chicago School

    Program Options

    Master's
      • M.A. Psychology
      • M.A. Clinical Mental Health Counseling
      • M.A. Industrial and Organizational Psychology: ARP Track
      • M.A. International Psychology
      • M.S. Applied Behavior Analysis
      • M.A. Forensic Psychology
    Certificate
      • Suicide and Cyberbullying Prevention Certificate
      • Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis
      • Certificate in Forensic Psychology - M.A. Non-Licensure Track to Licensure Bridge Program
  • Online Programs Available
    7. Colorado Christian University

    Program Options

    Master's
      • M.A. - Clinical Mental Health Counseling - On Site Curriculum
      • M.A. - Clinical Mental Health Counseling - Online Curriculum
      • M.A. - Clinical Mental Health Counseling - Marriage & Family Therapy
      • M.A. - Clinical Mental Health Counseling - Substance Use Disorders
    Bachelor's
      • B.S. - Applied Psychology - Biblical Studies
      • B.S. - Applied Psychology - Clinical Counseling
  • University of Maryland Global Campus

Featured Schools

The schools and programs listed below are popular educational options, and tuition varies based on program and location

Grand Canyon University

  • Doctor of Philosophy in General Psychology: Performance Psychology (Qualitative Research)
  • M.S. Psychology with an Emphasis in Gerontology
  • BS in Psychology

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Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology

  • Masters in Psychology
  • Masters in Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Masters in Clinical Psychology (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist)

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Florida Tech

  • BA in Applied Psychology
  • BA in Applied Psychology/Child Advocacy
  • AA in Applied Psychology

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Penn Foster High School

  • HS Diploma

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Keiser University

  • M.S. - Psychology
  • B.A. - Psychology

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The Chicago School

  • M.A. Psychology
  • M.A. Clinical Mental Health Counseling
  • Suicide and Cyberbullying Prevention Certificate
  • Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis

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Colorado Christian University

  • M.A. - Clinical Mental Health Counseling - On Site Curriculum
  • M.A. - Clinical Mental Health Counseling - Online Curriculum
  • B.S. - Applied Psychology - Biblical Studies
  • B.S. - Applied Psychology - Clinical Counseling

What is your highest level of education completed?

University of Maryland Global Campus