Experimental Psychology (Ph.D.)
Doctor of Philosophy. Major in Experimental Psychology.
General Ph.D. requirements apply.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| PSYC 4440 | Sensation and Perception | 3 |
| PSYC 4460 | Engineering Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC 5040 | Special Topics | 1 |
| PSYC 5090 | Human Factors in Engineering Design | 3 |
| PSYC 5120 | Research Methods | 3 |
| PSYC 5130 | Advanced Research Methods | 3 |
| PSYC 5250 | Cognitive Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC 5260 | Cognitive Neuroscience | 3 |
| PSYC 5520 | Ergonomics and Biomechanics | 3 |
| PSYC 5610 | Human-Computer Interaction | 3 |
| PSYC 5620 | Advanced Human Factors | 3 |
| PSYC 5990 | Non-thesis Master's Research | 1 |
| PSYC 6000 | Doctoral Research and Dissertation | 1 |
| STAT 4310 | Statistical Analysis | 3 |
| Select 9-10 credits in electives: | 3-4 | |
| Total Hours | 39-40 | |
Courses to total 78 credits for this degree
For more information, please review the Department of Psychology and Communication Studies Graduate Handbook.
- Students should have a firm grounding in the foundational fields of human factors (e.g., cognition, sensation/perception, ergonomics/biomechanics, human factors engineering).
- Students should develop a mastery of the fundamental skills of research design and statistical analysis.
- Students should be able to apply theory/research to solve workplace problems and develop innovative workplace solutions.
- Students should be able to conduct independent research that advances our knowledge of human factors.
- Students should be able to educate and inform others about scientific findings in psychology.