MS in Psychology, General Psychology, FlexPath option

School of Social and Behavioral Sciences

The General Psychology specialization provides master’s students with solid foundational knowledge of psychology principles. It is designed for professionals interested in pursuing careers in research, teaching, or program administration in human services organizations. Students who pursue this specialization through the FlexPath option earn an MS in Psychology through self-paced demonstrations of competencies. This specialization is not designed or intended to meet licensure requirements for any licensed profession.

Core courses

Course Number	Course Title	Credits
PSY-FPX5002	Foundations of Theory and Practice for Master's Psychology Students	2.5
PSY-FPX7610	Tests and Measurements	2.5
RSCH-FPX7860	Survey of Research Methods	2
RSCH-FPX7864	Quantitative Design and Analysis	2

Specialization courses

Course Number	Course Title	Credits
PSY-FPX5110	Ethics and Individual Differences in Psychology	2.5
PSY-FPX5120	Social Psychology	2.5
PSY-FPX6015	Lifespan Development	2.5
PSY-FPX6110	Learning Theories in Psychology	2.5
PSY-FPX7421	Cognitive/Affective Psychology	2.5

Taken during the student’s final quarter

Course Number	Course Title	Credits
PSY-FPX5201	Integrative Project for Master's Degree in Psychology	2.5

Total

At least 24 program points

One or more courses in this program may require a prerequisite(s). Refer to the course descriptions for details.

Students who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements.

GuidedPath courses and FlexPath courses fulfill the program requirements and prerequisites for each delivery model.