Master of Science in Psychology

The M.S. in Psychology is exclusively a preliminary degree for students working toward a Ph.D. The aim is to evaluate and prepare students for work beyond the master of science.

Curriculum

The core four course sequence of PSYC 501- PSYC 504 constitutes the comprehensive requirement for the degree. Students must complete it with a minimum of a “B” average and no more than one “C” in these four core courses. Core courses must be completed within two years after the sequence is started.

The remaining courses are planned by the student and adviser according to the requirements of the student’s program area as noted below. No more than 12 credit hours may be taken below the 500-level. More detailed information concerning requirements for specialization in the areas of clinical or industrial-organizational psychology is available from the department.

Upon completion of the thesis, the student must satisfactorily complete an oral examination, which is limited to a defense of the thesis.

Additional courses for Clinical students