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Apr 19, 2024
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2021-2022 Humboldt State University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Psychology, Academic Research Concentration, M.A.
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This Academic Research Program offers a master’s degree with a focus of study in one of four emphasis areas: Social/Cognitive, Neuroscience, Developmental, and Behavior Analysis. Each area provides a background in methodology and statistics that is paired with courses relevant to the area.
Program Coordinator
Chris Aberson, Ph.D.
707-826-3670
Program Admission Requirements
(Academic Research Concentration) In addition to Humboldt State University requirements, the Department of Psychology requires the following criteria be met for admission to the program as a classified graduate student:
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or equivalent
- Statement of purpose
- Selection of a specialization area and desired thesis advisor
- A minimum undergraduate grade-point average (GPA) of 3.25 in psychology courses.
Program Prerequisites
Admission will also be based on a match between student and faculty interests and the willingness of a faculty member to supervise the student’s thesis or project research. We strongly recommend that students contact faculty in their area prior to application.
A student may be conditionally admitted to the program if the undergraduate degree lacks one or more prerequisite courses within their area of specialization.
Master of Arts degree in Psychology: Academic Research Concentration
Total units required for the degree: 30
At least 30 units in psychology or supporting courses as defined by emphases or approved by graduate committee. At least half of these must be at the graduate (500-600) level.
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Required Courses
Complete the following three courses during the first year.
Complete one of the following:
Thesis or Project
Students must enroll in one of the following courses each semester. Completion of either a thesis or project as a culminating experience is required.
Emphases
Complete additional courses outlined in one of the following emphases.
Neuroscience Emphasis
Neuroscience is the study of the physiological bases of behavior, particularly how the brain affects behavior. The Neuroscience Emphasis provides an extensive background in biological bases of behavior and numerous research opportunities. Our program prepares students for application to Ph.D. programs in the field of biological psychology and neuroscience. Students with degrees in biology (or closely related fields) may apply for conditional admission to the neuroscience emphasis without 24 units of psychology courses, if they have completed PSYC 104 , PSYC 241 , and PSYC 242 (or equivalents). These students would complete prerequisite undergraduate courses, in addition to the required program coursework, after admission to the program to bring their total undergraduate psychology coursework to 24 units.
Required Courses (6 Units)
Elective Courses (9-19 Units)
Note:
PSYC 480 /PSYC 680 or other courses relevant to the concentration as approved by advisor and AR coordinator. Students may count PSYC 578 /PSYC 588 toward one elective if they complete both courses (see Requirements for Degree)
Social & Cognitive Emphasis
The Social and Cognitive emphasis focuses on how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are influenced by others and the mental processes underlying these influences. Our program prepares students for application to Ph.D. programs in either Social or Cognitive Psychology Required Courses (7 Units)
Elective Courses (8-19 Units)
Developmental Emphasis
Developmental psychology is the study of human development from both normal and atypical development. The Developmental Emphasis prepares students to work with a wide variety of children and their families or pursue Ph.D. study. Required Courses (13 Units)
Elective Courses (2-19 Units)
Behavior Analysis Emphasis
Behavior analysis is the design, implementation,
and evaluation of instructional and
environmental modifications to produce improvements
in human behavior through skill
acquisition and the reduction of problematic
behavior. The Behavior Analysis Emphasis
develops students’ skills in conducting
behavioral research and providing applied
behavioral intervention services for children
and adults in areas including education,
developmental disabilities, and behavioral
consulting. This program is designed to provide
the coursework that constitutes part
of the requirements for becoming a Board
Certified Behavior Analyst. Required Courses (21 Units)
5th Year (Blended) Pathway
Students may also apply while in undergraduate status to begin graduate coursework, allowing for the completion of the B.A. and M.A. in five years total. We strongly encourage HSU students who satisfy the admission requirements below to apply for the program in their junior year. Students applying for this program should discuss applying with their desired thesis chair.
5th Year Prerequisites and Program Admission Requirements
- All requirements listed in the section above titled Prerequisites and Program Admission Requirements, except completion of B.A.
- Completion of the departmental application (contact department office for form)
- Admission is also based on a match between student and faculty interests and the willingness of a faculty member to supervise the student’s thesis or project research.
5th Year Requirements for Degree
All requirements listed in the section above titled Requirements for Degree (All Specializations) with the following deviations:
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