PSY 493 Independent Research I

Students will develop an empirical research prospectus which, upon completion, will be submitted to their advisor for departmental approval as described in the Independent Research Guidelines available on the Psychology Department web page. Upon approval of the prospectus, students will acquire permission to conduct their research from the appropriate oversight committee (IRB or IACUC) and will accumulate the materials necessary for data collection. This course is open to all students meeting the prerequisites, but has been designed specifically for students seeking Research Honors in Psychology. Students must take Independent Research I and Independent Research II in consecutive semesters unless specific permission is otherwise obtained. Students must select a primary advisor who will oversee the project during both semesters and must earn a grade of B or higher in order to be eligible for Research Honors. Course Prerequisites: PSY 299 and permission of a project advisor from the Psychology Department. Research honors Requirements: A minimum GPA of 3.2 overall and in Psychology at the time of graduation and a grade of B or higher in this course. (3 credits)