M.S. in Psychology - General Psychology Concentration
College of the Sciences and Mathematics
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Foundations in Research | ||
| PSY 510 | Graduate Research in Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 601 | Introduction to Statistics/Research Methods | 3 |
| PSY 602 | Advanced Statistical Methods | 3 |
| PSY 524 | Psychometrics: Measurement and Evaluation | 3 |
| PSY 600 | Research Report | 3 |
| Core Foundations in Psychology | 9 | |
| Select 9 credits of the following: | ||
| Sensory and Perceptual Processes | ||
| Learning And Cognition | ||
| Psychology Of Personality | ||
| Multicultural Psychology | ||
| Organizational Psychology | ||
| Psychopharmacology | ||
| History and Systems of Psychology | ||
| Biological Bases of Behavior | ||
| Cognitive-Affective Bases of Behavior | ||
| Developmental Bases of Behavior | ||
| Advanced Social Psychology | ||
| Advanced Health Psychology | ||
| Adult Psychopathology | ||
| Child and Adolescent Psychopathology | ||
| Electives | 12 | |
| Select 12 credits chosen from within the core courses listed above, from courses outside of psychology (with permission of program advisor), or from the following list: | ||
| Thesis | ||
| Issues in Autism: Diagnosis and Behavioral Treatments | ||
| Human Sexual Behavior | ||
| Interpersonal Relationships within Groups | ||
| Psychology Of Women | ||
| Psychology & Training | ||
| Ethics and Professional Skills in Organizational Practice | ||
| Applied Psychology Practicum | ||
| Workplace Stress and Health | ||
| Introduction to People Analytics | ||
| Disruptive Behavior Through the Lifespan | ||
| Eating Disorders | ||
| Topical Seminar in Psychology | ||
| Psychotherapy I: Cognitive and Behavior Therapy | ||
| Program Evaluation | ||
| Community Interventions | ||
| Clinical Neuropsychology | ||
| Adolescence and Emerging Adulthood | ||
| Infant Mental Health | ||
| Trauma and Treatment | ||
| Trauma Interventions for Children and Adolescents | ||
| Ecological Contexts of Trauma | ||
| Total Minimum Credits Required | 36 | |
To track their individual degree progress, students are advised to access their Degree Progress Report (DPR) via my WCU and consult their Graduate Coordinator. For more information, visit wcupa.edu/DegreeProgressReport.
The following is a sample suggested course sequence for this program; course offerings and availability are not guaranteed. Students should consult their academic advisor with any questions.
Applied Track
| Year One | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| PSY 601 | Introduction to Statistics/Research Methods | 3 |
| Core Foundation Course | 3 | |
| Free Elective | 3 | |
| Credits | 9 | |
| Spring | ||
| PSY 510 | Graduate Research in Psychology 1 | 3 |
| PSY 602 | Advanced Statistical Methods | 3 |
| Core Foundation Course or Free Elective | 3 | |
| Credits | 9 | |
| Summer | ||
| PSY 524 | Psychometrics: Measurement and Evaluation 2 | 3 |
| Credits | 3 | |
| Year Two | ||
| Fall | ||
| Core Foundation Course or Free Elective | 3 | |
| Core Foundation Course or Free Elective | 3 | |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Spring | ||
| PSY 600 | Research Report | 3 |
| Core Foundation Course or Free Elective | 3 | |
| Core Foundation Course or Free Elective | 3 | |
| Credits | 9 | |
| Total Credits | 36 | |
- 1
Permission needed.
- 2
May also be taken in the fall of Year 2.
Thesis Track
| Year One | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| PSY 510 | Graduate Research in Psychology 1 | 3 |
| PSY 601 | Introduction to Statistics/Research Methods | 3 |
| Core Foundation Course or Free Elective | 3 | |
| Credits | 9 | |
| Spring | ||
| PSY 600 | Research Report 1 | 3 |
| PSY 602 | Advanced Statistical Methods | 3 |
| Core Foundation Course or Free Elective | 3 | |
| Credits | 9 | |
| Summer | ||
| PSY 524 | Psychometrics: Measurement and Evaluation 2 | 3 |
| Credits | 3 | |
| Year Two | ||
| Fall | ||
| PSY 610 | Thesis 1 | 3 |
| Core Foundation Course or Free Elective | 3 | |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Spring | ||
| Core Foundation Course or Free Elective | 3 | |
| Core Foundation Course or Free Elective | 3 | |
| Core Foundation Course or Free Elective | 3 | |
| Credits | 9 | |
| Total Credits | 36 | |
- 1
Permission needed.
- 2
May also be taken in the fall of Year 2.
