The following provides a guideline of the PhD coursework requirements:
Foundation Courses
For PhD candidates, completion of one additional Psychology Foundation Area course is required:
- Cognitive: PSY 626, PSY 631
- Behavioral Neuroscience: PSY 622, PSY 633, PSY 634
- Developmental: PSY 640
- Social: PSY 650
- Clinical: PSY 670, PSY 676, PSY 776
- Community and Cultural Psychology: PSY 680
Research Methodology/Statistics
- One additional three (3) credit course in statistics or psychometrics
Research Courses (7x9, 699)
- Students are expected to enroll in research courses each semester throughout graduate training.
- 7x9 is the preferred vehicle for research credits.
Dissertation (PSY 800)
Students must enroll in a minimum of 1 credit hour of dissertation credit during the semester they defend and submit their dissertation.
Program Area Requirements
Final course work requirements vary among graduate program areas. Students should consult their program area for any additional course work guidelines.