It is critically important that you have this preparation. This requirement is strictly enforced. Psychology courses you have taken at the lower division level are considered to be good preparation for psychology coursework at the upper division level, but cannot substitute for upper division work. The two hours of lecture and two hours of activity each week are designed to provide an engaging, hands-on introduction to the computer techniques and software used in more advanced coursework. This class should be taken at the earliest opportunity in order to acquire the computer literacy needed in later coursework.
Students conduct research projects both in and out of class.
Plan your schedule so that you take no more than one advanced research methods class per semester. The psychology program offers enough sections of advanced research methods classes each semester to meet general student enrollment needs. The program makes an effort to offer all of the advanced research methods courses on a regular basis, but you may not have the opportunity to take a particular course during your time with us. You must take the lecture class before taking the lab class. These are designed to provide a broad overview of each of these major fields in psychology.