M.S. degree program in psychological research
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| Hucey, Tonia | Graduate Program Assistant | 718-951-5601 | 5401 James Hall |
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Admission Requirements
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Psychology |
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March 1st |
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The program does not accept applications for Spring |
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Supporting Documents for Matriculation: Submit the following documents to the Office of Graduate Admissions: 1. Transcripts from all colleges and universities attended (applicants who earned a bachelor's degree outside the United States need to submit a 'Course by Course International Transcript Evaluation.' http://www.brooklyn.cuny.edu/web/admissions/graduate/apply/documents.php), 2. Two letters of recommendation, 3. Essay on personal background, experiences, interests, and goals relevant to program (maximum three pages). 4. Program fact sheet https://www.brooklyn.cuny.edu/web/aca_naturalsciences_psychology/MA_Experimental_Psychology_Fact_Sheet.pdf REQUIRED TESTS: I. F-1 or J-1 international students must submit English Proficiency Exam. TOEFL- 79, IELTS- 6.5, PTE- 58-63, Duolingo 105-160. Refer to instructions at http://www.brooklyn.cuny.edu/web/admissions/graduate/apply.php . |
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This faculty-mentored program equips students with advanced data analysis skills and practical psychological research experience and allows students to concentrate in the areas of cognition, learning, perception, cognitive and behavioral neuroscience, developmental psychology, psychopathology, applied psychology, and social psychology. Focus is on preparation for a career in basic or applied research in a variety of settings. This program is also useful for those who wish to enroll in a doctoral program in psychology. For additional program details please visit https://www.brooklyn.edu/academics/programs/psychological-research-ms/
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Matriculation requirements
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Applicants should offer: (a) an overall GPA of 3.00 or better, (b) a minimum of 12 credits in psychology or related fields, and (c) courses both in statistics and in research methods, with a grade of B or better in both courses.
All applicants passing a first round of consideration will be interviewed.
General matriculation and admission requirements of Graduate Studies are in the section "Admission" of the Graduate Bulletin.
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Degree requirements
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Students must complete 36 credits including a thesis. There are three areas of coursework, including 12 credits from psychological science courses, 12 credits from statistics and data-analysis courses, and 12 credits from independent reading and research courses. Required courses include Psychology 7801G and 7802G in the psychological science area, 7705G, 7706G, and 7750G in the statistics and data-analysis area; and one faculty-mentored independent reading (7791G, 7792G) or research course (7795G, 7796G) per semester in the first three semesters, culminating in a thesis 7781G during the final semester. Electives are chosen in consultation with a student's faculty mentor and are taken with permission of the graduate deputy chairperson. Courses offered toward the degree must be 7000-level courses or higher.
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Department Recommendations
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Students are encouraged to consult the program website for a comprehensive set of recommendations.
