M.S. In Psychological Science Program Description
Students in the program will acquire the variety of statistical and methodological skills required for conducting research in psychology. Opportunities for intensive individual study in the chosen specialty area will be provided. Students will be given research experience under the supervision of a faculty advisor. This research experience will culminate in the preparation of a thesis.
A full-time student can complete the degree in two years (four semesters). Some of the courses are offered in the evening.
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Thesis
All Psychological Science MS degree students must complete a master’s thesis working under the supervision of a faculty mentor. Students should begin work on developing a thesis during their first year, exploring ideas and examining the existing research literature. The thesis consists of either an original empirical research project or a theoretical or conceptual interpretation of existing psychological thought based on material previously published. Graduate students who are writing a thesis must choose a thesis advisor from among the faculty. For more information about the thesis process please visit: University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Graduate Thesis & Dissertation Guidelines
Research Facilities
The Department of Psychology is housed in the office building at 540 McCallie Avenue. A well-equipped computer lab is located near the department offices. Lab space is available for research studies. In addition, the University computers support Microsoft office and major statistical packages and all have internet access. All of the Psychological Science faculty have designated lab space to support student research activities. Innovative technology for conducting research is available, including experiment-building software, such as Eprime, Superlab, and ExperimentBuilder, as well as bio-physiological measures of eye-tracking, heart-rate variability, and skin conductance.