psychology, m.s.

psychology (39 hours required)

the 39-hour m.s. in psychology is for degree-seeking students who will not seek licensure as a counselor. if attending full-time, this degree could be completed in four semesters. the courses are listed below.

core courses (30 hours, 3 hours each)

elective courses (select 9 hours)

suggested course sequence for full-time m.s. in psychology (39-hour program) students entering in fall

note: some of the classes listed below are only offered once per year. if a student deviates from this plan, it may delay graduation. students should consult with their advisor about any deviation from this course sequence.

fall 1:
biological psychology
research methods & statistics
introduction to psychopathology & adaptive behavior

spring:
theories of counseling & personality
lifespan development
thesis i

summer:
statistics i
elective 1
integration of psychology and christianity seminar

fall 2:
statistics ii
thesis ii
elective 2
elective 3

suggested course sequence for full-time m.s. in psychology (39-hour program) students entering in spring

spring 1:
theories of counseling & personality
introduction to psychopathology and adaptive behavior
research methods and statistics

summer:
statistics i
thesis i
integration of psychology & christianity seminar

fall:
statistics ii
biological psychology
elective 1
elective 2

spring 2:
thesis ii
elective 3
lifespan development