CurriculumMS in Experimental Psychology (36 credits)
The Experimental Psychology graduate program consists of 36 credits typically completed in two years. The courses offered (including a research thesis) include traditional areas in experimental psychology with optional concentration in Behavioral Neuroscience. The Behavioral Neuroscience concentration represents courses that are most directly relevant to behavioral studies of brain functioning.
A. General (without a concentration)
Students must consult with adviser for guidance on elective course selections.
- 2 General Experimental Required Courses
- 4 Semesters of Independent Research (Includes a Research Thesis)
- 6 Core Electives
B. Behavioral Neuroscience (BNS) Concentration
- 2 General Experimental Required Courses
- 4 Semesters of Independent Research (Includes a Research Thesis)
- 6 Required Courses
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Experimental Psychology General Requirements |
Credits
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PSYC 6100
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Research Design and Analysis I |
3 |
PSYC 6200
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Research Design and Analysis II |
3 |
PSYC 7201
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Independent Research I |
3 |
PSYC 7202
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Independent Research II |
3 |
PSYC 7203
|
Independent Research III |
3
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PSYC 8001
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Thesis |
3 |
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Experimental Psychology Core Courses (* required for concentration in Behavioral Neuroscience) |
Credits |
| CPSY 6001 |
Tests and Measurement |
3 |
| CPSY 6102 |
Developmental Psychology |
3 |
| CPSY 6103 |
Abnormal Psychology |
3 |
| CPSY 6105 |
Biological Basis of Behavior* |
3 |
| CPSY 7515 |
Social Psychology |
3 |
CPSY 8521
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Foundations of Neuropsychology* |
3 |
PSYC 6211
(CPSY 6505)
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Principles of Learning and Behavior Modification |
3 |
PSYC 7101
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Conditioning and Behavior* |
3 |
PSYC 7102
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Cognition* |
3 |
PSYC 7103
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Perception* |
3 |
PSYC 7104
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Psychopharmacology* |
3 |
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