M.S. in Psychology - General Psychology Concentration
| 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 & Gender | ||
| 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 Audit via RamPortal and consult their Graduate Coordinator. For more information, visit the Degree Audit FAQ webpage.
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.
