Master of Science - Psychology

Master of Science - Psychology

The two-year curriculum in the Master of Science in Psychology degree program is designed to provide excellent training in research skills. Students gain expertise in the formulation of research designs and in the acquisition, analysis and interpretation of data. Laboratory courses in cognitive psychology, statistics and biological psychology are complemented by a rich array of electives in various other subfields of Psychology. In addition, students may elect to take a graduate course in a department other than psychology to round out their area of special interest. Biology, chemistry, computer science, human resource development and applied statistics have been of particular interest in this regard.

Career Path

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as Developmental specialist, Drug and alcohol specialist, Employment counselor, Human resources analyst, Parole officers, Psychology program manager, Rehabilitation counselor, Self-reliance specialist, Vocational rehabilitation provider, Social service manager, School Psychologist, Forensic Psychologist, Behavioral Health Consultant, Industrial-Organizational Psychologist, Clinical Research Coordinator, Substance Abuse Counselor, Marriage and Family Therapist.