The course requirements for the MSc and the MA are identical. You can choose either MSc or MA according to your preference
Psychology (Thesis) (M.Sc.) (45 credits)
Offered by: Psychology聽(Faculty of Science)
Degree: Master of Science
Program credit weight: 45
Program Description
The M.Sc. in Psychology focuses on research in the field of psychology, culminating in the submission of a thesis. The program emphasizes the skills in critical reading, data collection, and scientific communication. This program typically takes 2 years to complete.
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Thesis Courses (27 credits)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC 690 | Masters Research 1. | 15 |
Masters Research 1. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Development of research topic, study and review of previous literature, preliminary experimental and/or theoretical thesis research. | ||
| PSYC 699 | Masters Research 2. | 12 |
Masters Research 2. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Continuation of PSYC 690. Further experimental and/or theoretical research. Data analysis (as needed). Writing of thesis. | ||
Required Courses (18 credits)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC 601 | First Year Research Paper. | 6 |
First Year Research Paper. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Reference number for research paper written by all first-year graduate students. | ||
| PSYC 650 | Advanced Statistics 1. | 3 |
Advanced Statistics 1. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. A course in advanced statistics with specialization in experimental design. | ||
| PSYC 651 | Advanced Statistics 2. | 3 |
Advanced Statistics 2. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. A course in advanced statistics with specialization in multivariate techniques. | ||
| PSYC 660D1 | Psychology Theory. | 3 |
Psychology Theory. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Professors representing the various research areas within the Department discuss critical issues and developments within their fields of expertise. | ||
| PSYC 660D2 | Psychology Theory. | 3 |
Psychology Theory. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. See PSYC 660D1 for course description. | ||