Psychology
Human behavior, social systems, and psychological research.
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Bachelor’s and master’s study
BS and MS areas of study include Behavioral Science, Social & Family Systems, Health Psychology, Criminal Justice, and Addictions.
Doctoral areas
Doctoral areas of study include Social/Personality Psychology, Social/Family Systems, Management Psychology, Measurement & Evaluation, Health Psychology, Psychopathology, Criminal Justice/Forensic Psychology, Chemical Dependency, Geriatric Psychology, Behavioral Healthcare, and Spiritual Psychology.
Academic purpose
These descriptions concern academic study and research. Academic study does not establish eligibility for professional licensure, clinical practice, or regulated professional titles.
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Master of Science: degree structure
| Component | Credits | Academic content |
|---|---|---|
| Core competencies | 18 | Human Development; Psychology of Learning & Motivation; Social Psychology; Cognitive & Affective Bases of Behavior; Quantitative Methods; Psychological Measurement. |
| Specialization | 12 | Specialist competencies in the selected area of psychology. |
| Major project or thesis | 6 | A significant contribution to an aspect of psychology or an original quantitative or qualitative investigation. |
Doctoral study: degree structure
| Component | Credits | Academic content |
|---|---|---|
| Core competencies | 30 | Biological Bases of Behavior; Human Development; Personality Theories; Social Psychology; Cognition; Psychopathology; Advanced Statistical Analysis; Research Methods and Design; History and Systems of Psychology; Psychological Measurement. |
| Advanced competencies | 24 | Eight to ten competencies related to the specialization; an optional cognate or minor may be designated. |
| Directed research | 24 | An original quantitative or qualitative investigation. |
Psychology: courses and competencies.
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