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Apr 19, 2024
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2014-2015 Undergraduate and Graduate Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Psychology, Applied Psychology with Thesis Option, M.S.
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Code: 8872 (420101-01)
The graduate program in psychology offers a Master of Science degree within 3 tracks: the general experimental track, the applied track with a thesis option, and the applied track without a thesis option. Coursework in the general-experimental track prepares students for further doctoral work. This track is suited for students who are interested in an academic career that will involve teaching and/or research. Students in the general-experimental track are required to conduct research in collaboration with psychology faculty. The end product of their research is a thesis presented to a committee comprised of graduate faculty members. Coursework in the applied track with a thesis option prepares students who are interested in pursuing a Ph.D. in an applied area of psychology at another university. Like the general-experimental track, students in the applied track with a thesis option are required to conduct research in collaboration with psychology faculty and defend a thesis. However, in addition, these students also receive academic knowledge, technical skills and experience under professional supervision that will enable them to begin their career. Finally, the applied track without a thesis option provides students with the same training for entry into the psychological profession, but does not include the research or thesis requirement mentioned. Coursework in the applied track without a thesis option is appropriate for students seeking professional employment in community service agencies or in educational settings.
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Prerequisites
Students who enter the program are normally expected to have completed at least 18 semester hours in psychology, which must include at least one course each in general psychology, statistics, experimental psychology, and human development. Acceptance by the Department of Psychology’s Committee on Acceptance and Retention is required. To be admitted in regular status, an applicant ought to have an undergraduate GPA of 3.0, a satisfactory score on the GRE, and three letters of recommendation from undergraduate instructors. Course Requirements
Applied psychology (with thesis option) students will complete 48 semester hours. Required courses include: Applied Psychology Curriculum with Thesis Option
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