Emphasis - Clinical Psychology
Ph.D. in Psychology
Description
The Ph.D. in psychology is offered as either an emphasis in experimental psychology or clinical psychology. A Ph.D. in experimental psychology prepares an individual for an academic position in psychology, or as a research scientist in a nonacademic setting. Students specialize in behavioral neuroscience, cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, or social psychology. The Ph.D. in clinical psychology is designed to prepare an individual to become a professional psychologist capable of working in clinical or research settings.
Minimum Total Credit Hours: 54
Course Requirements
The Ph.D. degree must be completed by fulfilling the requirements for either the emphasis in experimental psychology or clinical psychology.
Emphasis - Clinical Psychology
Description
The Ph.D. in clinical psychology is designed to prepare an individual to become a professional psychologist capable of working in clinical or research settings.
Course Requirements
Students must complete the following courses: Psy 505, 603, 604, 610, 611, 621, 622, 629, 631, 641, 648; one course in each of the following areas: physiological psychology, developmental psychology, cognitive psychology, social psychology; and three elective classes. Additionally, students must complete two semesters each of Psy 624, 625, 626, and 628.