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Ph.D. Human Factors and Cognitive Psychology

Mission statement.

The HFC Doctoral Program’s overall goals are to:

• Train and educate leaders in Psychology at the doctoral level within the scientist-practitioner tradition
• Facilitate the exploration and understanding of the complexity of human behavior while expanding our collective knowledge base through multiple avenues (e.g., publications in scientific journals, conference presentations, teaching)
• Strive to improve the health and quality of life of individuals through excellence in education as well as in research and practice in human-technology interaction.

The overall philosophy that drives these goals is embodied in the policy statement that emerged from the National Conference on Scientist-Practitioner Education and Training for the Professional Practice of Psychology held in Gainesville, Florida on January 16-20, 1990. The training model of the HFC Doctoral Program reflects our efforts to educate students so that they can advance psychological knowledge through research and scholarship, and to evaluate the impact of training regimens and interface designs using empirically derived methods and procedures. The model also strives to help students learn how to think critically and scientifically about problems while invoking the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct. The overall philosophy of the training program is consistent with that of the Mission Statement of the Department , the College of Sciences , the Graduate School, and the  University .

Program Description

A Ph.D. professional’s degree track in Human Factors and Cognitive Psychology, accredited by the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, is offered to those with a baccalaureate or master’s degree in psychology or an allied area. The track seeks to develop the capacity to design, conduct, and apply human factors and cognitive psychology research in a variety of professional settings. It is patterned on the scientist-practitioner model of the American Psychological Association (APA) and adheres to guidelines established by the committee for Education and Training of APA’s Division 21 (Applied Experimental and Engineering Psychology). A variety of research, consulting, and internship arrangements are included in the track. Students receive training in the content and techniques of human factors and cognitive psychology–including statistical and quantitative procedures, experimental design, survey methods, computer techniques, and other research methodologies. Students also select a concentration area, which may be in human-computer interaction, human-machine-environment interface, human performance, human factors in simulation and training, or other areas of interest with the adviser’s authorization. A dissertation representing a significant research contribution to the field is required.

Degree Requirements

The Ph.D. is designed to be obtained in 4-5 years of full-time study from the baccalaureate level and in 3-4 years from the master’s level. (A minimum of one year full-time student status is required.) For students who enter with a baccalaureate degree, the program requires 74 semester hours minimum. Students who enter with a master’s degree may be granted up to 30 hours of transfer credit with approval of the program faculty, and will also be required to complete a minimum of 60 semester hours at UCF.

For Fall 2023, submission of GRE scores is not required.

Concentration in Cognitive Neuroscience

The Human Factors & Cognitive (HFC) Psychology Ph.D. Program offers students opportunities for both lab and course-based training in Cognitive Neuroscience. To support cognitive neuroscience research training, the Department of Psychology maintains state-of-the-art research facilities, including space and equipment for electroencephalography/event-related potentials (EEG/ERP), functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), eye tracking, pupillometry, heart-rate variability, respiration, and electrodermal activity, as well as external collaborations to support functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI). In addition, the HFC Program also offers a course-based concentration in Cognitive Neuroscience with the following curriculum:

Required Coursework The Cognitive Neuroscience concentration requires the following four courses for a total of 12 credit hours:

• PSB 6328 Psychophysiology (3 credit hours)
• PSB 6348 The Neuroanatomical Basis of Psychological Function (3 credit hours)
• PSB 6352 Neuroimaging Design and Analysis Methods (3 credit hours)
• PSB 7349 Advanced Topics in Cognitive Neuroscience (3 credit hours)

Note:  Admission to these courses is not guaranteed, but is contingent on the decision of the department, college, and instructor of record for the course.

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UCF College of Graduate Studies Millican Hall 230 PO Box 160112 Orlando, FL  32816-0112

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Graduate Program

The Department of Psychology offers a PhD program in four areas: Clinical Science, Social, Developmental, and Cognition, Brain, and Behavior (CBB). Admissions information, program requirements, funding and financial aid details, and other resources for the graduate program are detailed on the   Psychology Graduate Program website  and on the Harvard Griffin GSAS website . 

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PhD Admissions

The PhD program in Psychology trains students for careers in research and teaching. In addition to a wide range of courses, the PhD program is characterized by close collaboration between students and their faculty advisors. 

General Information

The Department of Psychology holistically reviews each candidate's complete application to assess the promise of a career in teaching and research. Consideration is based on various factors, including courses taken, grade point average, letters of recommendation, and the statement of purpose. Additionally, the Department of Psychology places considerable emphasis on research training, and admitted students have often been involved in independent research as undergraduate students or post-baccalaureate settings. Although there are no course requirements for admission, all applicants should have sufficient foundational knowledge and research experience to engage in graduate-level coursework and research.

We accept students with undergraduate degrees and those with both undergraduate and master's degrees. An undergraduate psychology major is not required; the Department welcomes applicants from other academic backgrounds.

Our application portal is now closed for the AY24-25 admissions cycle.  Please consider applying during next year's AY25-26 admissions cycle, which opens on September 15, 2024.

How to Apply

Application and deadline.

Our 2025-26 Admissions application will open on September 15, 2024.

Applications will be due on November 30, 2024

The deadline for letters of recommendation will be  November 30, 2024 . 

Once an applicant submits the recommenders' information, the recommenders will receive an automated email with instructions for submitting the letter. Late letters should be sent directly to psych-admissions [at] stanford.edu (psych-admissions[at]stanford[dot]edu) . Staff will add them to the application file if the review process is still underway. Still, the faculty reviewers are not obligated to re-review files for materials submitted after the deadline.

The status of submitted applications can be viewed by logging in to the   application portal . 

The deadline to apply for the Stanford Psychology Ph.D. program is  November 30, 2024 . 

Applicants who are admitted to the program will matriculate in autumn 2025. 

In addition to the information below, please review the  Graduate Admissions  website prior to starting your application. The Department of Psychology does not have rolling admissions. We admit for the Autumn term only.

Requirements

• U.S. Bachelor's degree or its  foreign equivalent
• Statement of Purpose (submitted electronically as part of the graduate application). You will be able to specify three  Psychology Department faculty members , in order of preference, with whom you would like to work. 
• Three  Letters of Recommendation  (submitted electronically). A maximum of six letters will be accepted.
• Unofficial transcripts from all universities and colleges you have attended for at least one year must be uploaded to the graduate application. Applicants who reach the interview stage will be asked to provide official transcripts as well; Department staff will reach out to these applicants with instructions for submitting official transcripts. Please do  not  submit official transcripts with your initial application.
• Required for non-native English speakers: TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) scores, submitted by the Educational Testing Service (ETS) electronically to Stanford. 

Application Fee

The fee to apply for graduate study at Stanford is $125. Fee waivers are available for some applicants. Please visit Graduate Admissions for information on applying for an  Application Fee Waiver .

Application Review & Status Check

The Department of Psychology welcomes graduate applications from individuals with a broad range of life experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds who would contribute to our community of scholars. The review of applications is holistic and individualized, considering each applicant’s academic record and accomplishments, letters of recommendation, and admissions essays to understand how an applicant’s life experiences have shaped their past and potential contributions to their field.

To check the status or activity of your application, please log into your  application account . You can also send reminders to recommenders who have not yet submitted their letter of recommendation.

Due to limited bandwidth, the Department of Psychology staff will not answer any phone or email queries about application status, including requests to confirm the receipt of official transcripts.

Our faculty will interview prospective students before making final admission decisions. Candidates who progress to the interview round will be informed in January. Interviews are generally conducted in February.

The Department of Psychology recognizes that the Supreme Court issued a ruling in June 2023 about the consideration of certain types of demographic information as part of an admission review. All applications submitted during upcoming application cycles will be reviewed in conformance with that decision.

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Graduate Program in Human Development

The Human Development graduate program trains researchers and prepares students for research and teaching careers in academic life, work in government agencies, and careers as researchers on projects carried out in a variety of public and private sectors. Please note that we do not offer training in counseling psychology, marriage counseling, or family therapy.

For more information on the department view the  Field of Study Guide - Human Development . Also, explore the history of our M.A. and Ph.D. theses through the  Cornell University Theses/Dissertations guide . The Faculty listing found in the Field of Study Guide for Human Development, paired with this more extensive information on Human Development Research will serve to clarify our faculty research strengths.

Apply  for graduate study in Human Development at the Cornell University Graduate School. 

M.A. Program

Human Development M.A. Quick Guide: download PDF file

We no longer offer admissions for the spring semesters

The M.A. in Human Development, majoring in either Human Development & Family Studies or in Developmental Psychology, is a one-year program. The goal of the one-year master’s program is to provide an opportunity for qualified students to gain additional research experience and increase credentials for application to a Ph.D. or other advanced degree program where knowledge of Human Development may be helpful.

Student progress is supervised by a Special Committee comprised of two Human Development graduate field faculty members. Because this is a two-semester program, students are accepted only when there are two faculty members available to mentor them. To see if there are faculty members whose research interests are compatible, students should review our  faculty research interests , and then, please do contact those faculty directly before applying.

• REQUIRED: Academic Statement of Purpose ( ASOP )
• REQUIRED: Two letters of recommendation
• REQUIRED: Personal Statement
• REQUIRED: All minimum graduate school requirements
• OPTIONAL: GRE General Test scores

Applications for fall of 2024 (no longer offering spring admissions) Open: October 2023 Close: February 1, 2024

• The following Department of Psychology faculty will NOT be considering new M.A. students : Thomas Cleland, Shimon Edelman, Cindy Hazan, Will Hobbs, Adam Hoffman, Alexander Ophir, Gordon Pennycook, David Pizarro, Steven Robertson, David Smith, Katherine Tschida, and Elaine Wethington.
• Contact the  Human Development Graduate Field Assistant with your questions or if you miss a deadline.
• Apply  via the current Cornell University Graduate School application form.
• Neither the department nor individual faculty will be able to fund students (by providing tuition, insurance, or a teaching or research assistantship) during the one-year Master's degree program. 

Successful completion of the MA Program requirements

• A total of 30 credit hours (15 in each semester) to include at least two formal, didactic courses in each semester, with the remaining credit hours devoted to either supplemental course work or research participation or a combination of both. The specific courses, the type of research undertaken, and the content of the final thesis is decided jointly by the student and the Special Committee.
• A written empirical thesis, which can include, but is not limited to, extending an empirical honor’s thesis written while being involved in a faculty member’s lab, conducting an empirical research project, or conducting an empirical evaluation of a program.

Ph.D. Program

Human Development Ph.D. Program Handbook : download PDF file

We are in the process of updating the handbook and program for students entering our program in Fall 2023. We expect minor tweaks without substantial changes. Applicants, who receive an invitation to our interview weekend in February, may expect updated information to be covered at that time.

For a student without previous graduate training but with an undergraduate major in psychology, sociology, or human development, the Ph.D. program usually requires five years. Students with more limited preparation may need additional time.  Students in the Ph.D. program are currently offered funding (tuition and a stipend, usually in the form of a teaching- or a research-assistantship) for five years. 

Students enrolled in the Ph.D. program in Human Development may follow one of two subjects:

• Developmental Psychology is the study of changes that occur in human beings over the course of their life span, from conception to the end of life. This subject includes a broad range of sub-areas, including cognitive development, developmental neuroscience, and social, personality, and emotional development.
• Human Development and Family Studies focuses on the understanding of the dynamic interrelations among individual and ecological/ environmental factors as they relate to individual development and adjustment. The ecological factors include family, neighborhood, community, institutions, and social organization and norms.

For more information on the department view the  Field of Study Guide - Human Development.  The Faculty listing found in the Field of Study Guide for Human Development, paired with this more extensive information on Human Development Research will serve to clarify our faculty research strengths.

The application deadline was December 15th. We allow fall entry only.

To  apply  for graduate study in Human Development at the Cornell University Graduate School: 

• Three letters of recommendation , with a fourth letter optional (recommenders upload this to the application system)
• Unofficial transcripts
• Academic Statement of Purpose
• Personal Statement
• Indicate your interest in working with at least two field faculty in application

Additional requirements for International applicants :

• English Language Proficiency requirement (TOEFL or IELTS)
• International Degree Equivalencies

Alexander G. Ophir, Director of Graduate Studies Uris Hall, Room 218 E-mail:  [email protected] Phone:  607-255-3714

Marianne Arcangeli, Graduate Field Assistant, Psychology - Human Development Martha Van Rensselaer Hall, Room G201B E-mail:  [email protected] Phone:  607-255-4661

Dual Ph.D and JD in Law

This program also offers a PhD Concentration in Law, Psychology, and Human Development, in addition to the Dual-Degree Program.

Cornell University’s dual PhD/JD program in Developmental Psychology and Law prepares the next generation of scholars who work on the interface between the law, psychology, and human development. Education at the  Law School  combines inspired teaching with cutting-edge scholarship in a close-knit and collegial intellectual community. Located in the College of Human Ecology, the Department of Human Development provides graduate students with world-class training in the general discipline of psychology, as well as focused training in one or more of its sub-areas of research: cognitive, social-personality, biological, infancy, childhood, adolescence, and adulthood. The dual degree provides PhD students with the legal education that is necessary to conduct research and teach in this field at the highest level, and provides JD students with the research training that is necessary to practice and teach scientifically-based law. 

The Value of Cornell's Dual PhD/JD

• Experimental focus: The rare dual PhD/JD program with a strong focus on empirical research.
• Academic excellence: The intellectual rigor of a top-tier law school and ground-breaking research with leading scholars in the field of psychology and law exemplify the strength of Cornell's collaborative culture. 
• Favorable timeline: A fully-blended PhD/JD allows students to complete both degrees in six years, a more efficient pace than pursuing both degrees consecutively. 
• Intellectual support:  Students benefit from a three-member supervisory committee composed of Human Development and Law faculty from the start of their studies, a tight-knit community, and a legal education that boasts small class sizes and low student-to-faculty ratios.
• Financial and professional resources: Full funding for PhD graduate studies in Human Development, a history of high bar-passage and employment rates, and nationally recognized scholars and faculty to help students prepare for success in the legal and academic job markets. 

Leading the Way

Cornell’s Law, Psychology and Human Development program, established in 2007, is unique among Ivy League institutions.  It boasts a significant percentage of the interdisciplinary field’s leading scholars, and has quickly become widely considered the best and most influential program of its kind in the United States. The dual PhD/JD is an advanced collaboration between the College of Human Ecology and the Law School. Although the dual PhD/JD degree was recently approved in 2011, it builds on over 220 years of academic excellence in Human Ecology and the Law School.  Highly motivated students who enter the program emerge as lawyers with extensive, doctoral-level training in experimental psychology, and psychologists with a complete legal education.  It is anticipated that this program and the scholarship produced by its faculty, students, and graduates will influence the course of legal reform and legal education for generations to come.  

Program Details

The Cornell dual PhD/JD in Developmental Psychology and Law is a 6-year (12-semester) program, for a total of approximately 167 credits. The program is divided into three years of full-time PhD study, two years of full-time JD study, and a blended year of PhD/JD study. Up to 12 HD semester credits may be counted as electives towards the 84 credits that are required for the JD.

Students must spend their first, second, and fifth summers conducting master’s and doctoral thesis research. All PhD required core courses must be completed, and a research-based master’s thesis must be completed and defended in Human Development, by the end of the second year. Upon completion of the fourth year, all JD core courses must be completed, and the “A” exam for the Graduate Field of Human Development must be taken. During the sixth year, students complete and defend a research-based dissertation, and complete their remaining requirements for the JD.

Tuition and Funding 

For the 3½ years of the program spent in Human Ecology, full support will be provided. Students are expected to pay Law School tuition in years 3 and 4, and the Spring semester of year 6.  During the 2½ years the student is in the law school, it is possible, but not guaranteed, that they will have some grant funding. 

Please note that students interested in receiving possible funding for the time in the law school must apply directly to the law school for financial aid.  

Please read more about  funding in Human Development  and  Law School Tuition and Expenses

Applying 

To participate in the dual degree program, students must initially apply to and be accepted by both the Graduate Field of Human Development and the Law School.  Admission to one program does not guarantee admission to the other.  Note that applications to the PhD/JD program in Developmental Psychology/ Law will be reviewed continuously. However, it is strongly recommended that prospective students apply as early as possible to both schools.

Questions regarding applications, program information and other queries should be directed to Marianne Arcangeli, Graduate Field Assistant, Cornell Human Ecology,  [email protected]

After submitting their applications, students should contact the Director of the Law, Psychology and Human Development Program, Professor Charles Brainerd ( [email protected] ), in order to facilitate review.

Application information

The Graduate School and the Law School each have comprehensive checklists for all the documents and materials that prospective students should prepare for their applications. 

Cornell Graduate School Apply to Human Development Final Application Deadline: December 1st More information about admissions to Human Development 

Cornell Law School Apply to the Law School Final Application Deadline: February 1st

Students who are interested in applying for Dual Degree studies should contact Marianne Arcangeli:

Marianne Arcangeli G201B Martha Van Rensselaer Hall Email:  [email protected] Phone:  607-255-4661

Questions regarding admissions to the Law School may be directed to  [email protected] .

Dual Degree Faculty 

Cornell University’s LPHD faculty spans three colleges—Human Ecology, the Law School, and Arts and Sciences —and includes some of the leading scholars in topics ranging from memory and eye-witness testimony to decision-making, jury psychology, and cognition in children and adults. Their work aims to shed light on topics intrinsic to the law and justice, with the hope that advancements in our knowledge of people, crime, memory and testimony, motivation and culpability can lead, ultimately, to a more just legal system.

John Blume JD, Professor of Law Director of Cornell Death Penalty Project

Charles Brainerd Ph.D., Developmental and Experimental Psychology Human Development Director of Law, Psychology and Human Development Program Memory and Neuroscience Laboratory

Stephen J. Ceci  Ph.D., Developmental Psychology Helen L. Carr Chaired Professor of Psychology SUNY Distinguished Professor

Kevin M. Clermont JD Ziff Professor of Law

Valerie P. Hans Ph.D., Social Psychology Professor of Law

Sheri L. Johnson JD, Professor of Law Assistant Director of Cornell Death Penalty Project

Laura Niemi Ph.D., Social Psychology & Social Neuroscience Department of Psychology

David Pizarro Ph.D., Social Psychology Associate Professor of Psychology

Jeffrey J. Rachlinski JD, Ph.D., Psychology Professor of Law

Valerie F. Reyna Ph.D., Developmental and Experimental Psychology Department of Human Development Laboratory for Rational Decision Making

Robert Sternberg Ph.D., Psychology Professor of Human Development

Qi Wang Ph.D., Psychology Professor of Human Development

Wendy M. Williams Ph.D., Experimental Psychology Human Development

Marianne Arcangeli, Graduate Field Assistant, Psychology - Human Development Martha Van Rensselaer Hall, Room G201B E-mail:  [email protected] Phone:  607-255-4661

 Ph.D. in Human Behavior and Design

The research tradition within the Human Behavior and Design major is based on the social sciences, in particular environmental psychology and human factors and ergonomics. The underlying premise is that systematic, empirical research based in the social sciences, when combined with an understanding of design processes, can contribute to the planning, design, and management of environments that enhance individual and organizational effectiveness.

Program Focus

The Ph.D. in Human Behavior and Design at Cornell University is a multidisciplinary program integrating the social sciences and design. Research focuses on environmental settings across a range of scales (from products to buildings to cities), that support safe, healthy and productive behaviors and foster sustainable design and lifestyles.

The program brings together faculty and students with expertise in the fields of interior, industrial and graphic design, architecture, art, design history, historic preservation, design with digital media, building technology, environmental psychology, human factors and ergonomics, economics, and facility planning and management to work on problems related to the interior environment.

The Ph.D. in Human Behavior and Design rests on the following basic premises:

• Development of the knowledge base guiding the planning, design, and management of physical settings requires systematic, empirical research.
• The physical environment affects the realization of human and organizational potential including health, safety, comfort, productivity and satisfaction.
• The users of environments are diverse and have different needs. Individual characteristics such as culture, gender, stage in the life course, family structure, role or task affect environmental needs.
• Organizational culture, goals, and structure help shape building design and use.
• The planning, design, and management of good environments require consideration of all users.
• Understanding organizational and human needs is no less critical than understanding financial, technological and aesthetic factors influencing the planning, design, and management of our physical surroundings.
• Multidimensional spatial experiences are heightened through an understanding of design elements, such as circulation, materials, lighting and acoustics.
• Theory provides a foundation that both informs and is informed by research and practice.

The program draws its strength from faculty knowledge and research in the following four areas:

• Environmental Psychology
• Facility Planning and Management
• Human Factors and Ergonomics

Ph.D. Requirements

Ph.D. in Human Behavior and Design curriculum requirements  and the graduate student handbook .

People who embrace thinking across disciplinary boundaries and who have a passion for teaching and scholarship are encouraged to apply. The strength of this unique new program is the integration of scientific and creative expertise within the same department. Applicants' prior disciplines might include (but are not limited to): social science, design, or engineering.

For more information, please contact the Graduate Field Assistant at [email protected] .

Applications are due November 1st . Applications are accepted for Fall Admission only.  

In addition to the online application via the Graduate School website , the following required documents must be submitted online:

• Academic Statement of Purpose (within 500 words)
• Personal Statement (limit 500 words)
• Three letters of recommendation
• Official transcripts
• Writing sample
• Curriculum vitae
• GRE general test (The desired combined score should be greater than or equal to 310—for the new scoring system effective November 2011—or, a combined score of 1200 for the old scoring system.)
• TOEFL - test for International students (DEA overall minimum: 105, plus Graduate School minimums must be met for each section: writing: 20; listening: 15; reading: 20; speaking: 22)
• OR IELTS - The Graduate School requires an overall band score of a 7.0 or higher on the IELTS

For additional information on how to apply, please visit Graduate School Admissions.

The intent of the Ph.D. in Human Behavior and Design program is that all admitted students will be fully funded with tuition, fees, and a stipend for a period of four academic (9 months) years contingent upon satisfactory progress toward the degree.

Prospective Ph.D. Student Application Requirement FAQ

Contact the Director of Graduate Studies (DGS) at  [email protected] .

First, you should read papers written by faculty with whom you might like to work to see if your interests align. Carefully review the websites and online materials provided by the program. In your application, describe your experience related to research, statistics, design, etc. Demonstrate your research experience. Describe you interests – possible dissertation research directions. Indicate your goals following the PhD. Request letters of recommendation from people who can speak to your research aptitude, commitment, preparedness, work ethic.

Yes, the Graduate School can help with this, but you must still adhere to our requirements and deadlines. 

No, we only have one admission cycle, applications are due in November for PhD; students start in the Fall semester of the following year.

All application materials are submitted online via the Graduate School’s application system (available on the web at: http://www.gradschool.cornell.edu/admissions/applying/apply-now ). 

No, a portfolio is not required for the Ph.D. degree.

No, but scholarly writing sample submissions are preferred (ex: Master’s Thesis; Peer Review Journal Article; Senior Honors Project).

One writing sample is sufficient.

HCD provides four years of funding to Ph.D. students in HBD, as long as students’ progress and performance is satisfactory. This funding could take the form of teaching assistantships, research assistantships, fellowships, or some combination and is typically for the nine-month academic year.

No, it is not necessary to have an MS or MA before beginning the PhD.  The strongest applicants are those who have a foundation in research (e.g., have completed a research thesis (undergrad or graduate), have participated in a lab as a research assistant, have perhaps taken a social science research methods class).

For the PhD in Human Behavior and Design, a background in both design and research is preferred, but students may come from a variety of disciplines.

Yes, HOWEVER, if substantial progress has not been made on their Master’s, then it’s a long shot. Applicants should be told the following two things: 1. Their Ph.D. work will take 4 years to complete, and 2. Lack of substantial progress on their Master’s Thesis will be viewed as a liability.

Yes. Note that GRE scores must be less than five years old. See the language proficiency requirement here . 

No. Academic letters of recommendation are valuable and somewhat preferable; however recommendations should be from people who can best assess the qualities, characteristics, and capabilities of the applicant. 

Cornell’s institutional test code for ETS is 2098. DEA’s department code is 4499.

D+EA recommends a combined verbal/quantitative GRE score of 310 (new scoring system effective November 2011) or a combined score of 1200 (old scoring) but this is not an absolute cutoff. Candidates with strong applications, but scores below this level, may be considered. You may submit scores to D+EA more than once if you re-take the test. Your scores may not be older than 5 years. Please plan to take the GRE in time to submit your scores by the application due date. 

No, the GR’s can't be waived.

Yes, GREs can be retaken, but scores must be submitted by the application deadline. 

We strongly encourage you to take the GRE and TOEFL/IELTS tests early enough in advance that your scores will be received by our application due date. We may allow some latitude, however. If your official scores have not arrived by the due date, but your unofficial scores have, we may hold your application if approved by the DGS. Your scores are automatically reported to Cornell by the testing service (ETS) as soon as they are ready, and the Graduate Field Assistant will automatically add them to your packet.

Please see the graduate school's website .

D+EA recommends a GPA of 3.0 (minimum), but this is not an absolute cutoff.

The online application requires you to upload an unofficial copy of each official transcript from each college or university previously attended. To prepare your transcripts, follow the steps below:

Admitted students who accept the admission offer are required to submit an official  transcript prior to matriculation.  For more information visit:  https://gradschool.cornell.edu/admissions/prepare/transcripts/

It is advised that you periodically check your application on line to see if your application is complete, especially if you are waiting for letters of recommendation to be uploaded. D+EA’s Graduate Field Assistant may, as a courtesy, send you a reminder if you have missing information when the committee begins to review applications. If you have questions, please contact D+EA’s Graduate Field Assistant at [email protected] .

Yes, we allow deferments up to one year, but this must be decided when responding to the department’s offer.  To request a deferral, by the "reply by" date (typically April 15) an applicant must first accept the offer of admission and then request (and provide a reason for) the deferral.  Applicants cannot defer admission after declining our offer; instead the applicant must re-apply.

Yes, but this is on a case-by-case basis, and the D+EA Graduate Faculty will make decisions as to what is allowed or not allowed. Typically, you will need to provide a syllabus for your prior course(s).

 If you would like to schedule a visit, you should first make an appointment with D+EA’s DGS. If you would like to meet with other D+EA Faculty, you could also schedule meetings with them while you are on campus. Many students also enjoy taking a walking tour of campus while they are here: http://www.cornell.edu/visiting/ithaca/walking_tours.cfm .    Other useful links include the campus map  and the Visit Ithaca web site: http://www.visitithaca.com/

Ph.D. Program FAQ

Our Ph.D. students often find jobs in academia but some choose to pursue jobs in industry (e.g. Apple, Google) or as design researchers/environmental psychologists within large architecture firms.

Yes, The Graduate School regularly collects and shares information on graduate student experiences and outcomes to support prospective applicants in their decision-making process. For more information please see their metrics and outcomes data .

No, D+EA does not offer online classes for the Ph.D. program.

Yes, the Ph.D. program is STEM certified.

The first two years are dedicated primarily to course work (in your major field and two minor fields).  At the end of year 2, PhD students complete qualifying exams (“A Exam”).  Arrangements for you’re A-Exam are made with your dissertation committee. A dissertation is required.  Years 3 and 4 focus primarily on research and the completion of the dissertation.  The “B Exam” is the dissertation defense. 

Four years.

Yes, PhD students are expected to be on campus for the 4-year PhD degree. For more information please see: https://living.cornell.edu/live/wheretolive/housingoptions/index.cfm  

This depends on what sort of funding is awarded to the doctoral student. In most cases, Ph.D. students will be asked to function as a teaching assistant for at least part of their time in D+EA.

• Online Ph.D. in Psychology
• Areas Of Study
• Humanistic Psychology And Humanistic Clinical Psychology

Degree Requirements: Master's degree

Completion Time: 5-6 years

Earned Credits: 66

Guided by faculty with years of experience in the field of psychology, students may develop a creative graduate degree plan to expand their range of professional opportunities. In addition, students in Saybrook University's online Ph.D. in Psychology program may declare one of the following specializations:

• Consciousness, Spirituality, and Integrative Health
• Creativity, Innovation, and Leadership
• Existential, Humanistic, and Transpersonal Psychology
• Psychophysiology

The Ph.D. in Psychology degree program in the Humanistic and Clinical Psychology Department offers students a foundation of scholarship based in the tradition of existential, humanistic, and transpersonal psychology. The Ph.D. psychology program offers an education that helps students expand their outlook beyond the confines of a discrete discipline.

Graduates of our online Ph.D. in Psychology program find professional success in a variety of areas, including education, community health centers, prisons, the juvenile justice system, corporate offices, and nonprofit organizations.

Dedicated to alleviating human suffering on many levels, graduates of Saybrook University make significant contributions to better our understanding of human behavior. By developing and improving programs and services in private industry and community organizations, our Ph.D. psychology graduates use their education to serve their local communities as well as the world as a whole.

Students may customize their electives in the online psychology Ph.D. program, selecting from a wide range of options to expand their horizons and meet a broad range of future professional opportunities. If students declare one of the three specializations, their academic requirements will be specific to that focus area. The online Ph.D. in Psychology degree program provides flexibility in individual approaches to program planning and the study of psychology along with a range of opportunities to broaden and deepen knowledge, interests, and areas of academic and professional development. The psychology program provides the opportunity to build upon the foundation provided by an M.A. in psychology, from one of Saybrook’s degree programs or elsewhere. Students develop their own plans from a wide range of options to develop further areas of knowledge, skill, and expertise to expand the scope of future opportunities and endeavors in professional life. This online psychology Ph.D. program is not a clinical psychology program nor is it designed to prepare students for future professional licensure. Students interested in such programs should consider admission to the HCP Clinical Psychology degree program .

What Is the Goal of the Ph.D. in Psychology Program?

Through its pedagogy grounded in humanistic thought, the Ph.D. in Psychology program is focused on the following program goals and learning outcomes and competencies:

• Goal 1: Engage self and others in collaborative efforts to promote life-enhancing change, conscious awareness, and authentic and responsible living, individually and collectively.
• Goal 2: Develop scholar-practitioners who (a) use the depth and the breadth of scientific psychology, its history of thought and development, and its methodology in scholarship, practice, and education; (b) are engaged in reflective self-assessment and in reflective practice; and (c) use ethical reasoning, analytical skills, and quality assurance to contribute to the profession through scholarship, research, practice, and responsible action.
• Goal 3: Develop the attitudes and abilities essential for critical and creative thinking, for innovation, and for using scholarship to inform practice and practice to inform scholarship.
• Goal 4: Develop the ability to recognize, respect, and accommodate various individual and cultural differences in all aspects of professional work.
• Goal 5: Display self-awareness in relationships and a commitment to an empathic, compassionate dialogue that is constructivist, collaborative, authentic, and caring.

Our online Ph.D. in Psychology program is intended to open opportunities for graduates to pursue nonclinical careers or expand on their existing licenses and is not designed to prepare graduates to qualify for clinical licensure or certification.

Ph.D. Psychology Specializations

The Consciousness, Spirituality, and Integrative Health specialization offers ways of understanding people’s internal and external growth through conscious studies of transpersonal psychology and practices.

The Creativity, Innovation, and Leadership specialization is designed for students who want to accomplish in-depth research in a particular aspect of creativity or innovation and make a meaningful contribution as leaders in this important field.

The Existential and Humanistic Psychology specialization explores the balance between everyone’s inherent freedoms and each individual’s responsibilities to others.

The Applied Psychophysiology specialization is the subspecialty of psychophysiology. It combines the knowledge of the biological bases of human behaviors with various psychological techniques to help people optimize those behaviors.

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More Ph.D. psychology program information can be found in our academic catalog .

Residential Orientation (RO)

All new students in the Ph.D. in Psychology program begin their studies with our one-time, two-day Residential Orientation (RO). ROs are held two days ahead of the Residential Conference at the start of the fall and spring semesters in California. Attendance at the entire RO is an academic requirement.

At the RO, students become familiar with the Saybrook culture and academic and support services, including online resources, and the library research services and databases. The challenges of distance and peer learning are also discussed during this time. At the RO, Ph.D. Psychology students:

• Consult with the Psychology Department chair and an academic adviser to organize their degree plan process.
• Develop a rationale for the scope and sequence of their proposed plan of study.
• Plan what consultation they will need from other faculty.

Residential Conferences (RC)

All psychology students participate in two five-day required Saybrook Residential Conferences (RCs) per year (one at the beginning of the fall semester and one at the beginning of the spring semester). Although you may complete most of your psychology courses through distance learning, all our online graduate degree programs have residential requirements. Residential requirements are academic requirements, and their completion is important for your successful academic progress as well as allowing you to meet with faculty and co-learners in a stimulating face-to-face environment. Our RCs are an important part of your learning experience as they nurture intellectual creativity, enrich the educational environment, and foster faculty and peer interactions. Ph.D. Psychology courses are launched, and independent learning activities, peer learning opportunities, and other hands-on experiences are intended to nurture professional development, skill building, and transformative change.

All students must be on-site on the registration day and remain in residence until the last day of each conference. It is imperative that students plan accordingly. Any exceptions must be approved by the department chair prior to the conference.

Doctoral students attend until they have advanced to doctoral candidacy (upon satisfaction of essay orals).

No academic credit is given for attendance at the RC. Students who attend a seminar at an RC and wish to study the topic further may, with the permission of the seminar instructor and department chair, register for an independent study course (ALL 8100) following the RC and receive one academic credit upon completion. Each course is individually designed and negotiated with the seminar instructor. Not all RC workshops, courses, and seminars are eligible for the follow-up independent study credit. Students will need to review their program plan to confirm the one-credit independent study will satisfy degree requirements.

Online Ph.D. Psychology Transfer Credit

Transfer credits based on equivalent graduate psychology courses taken at another regionally accredited institution in the same or similar discipline where the student received a grade of B or better may be transferred and will reduce the number of course credits required to be completed at Saybrook. Allowable transfer credits must be suitable for transfer to the intended degree as determined by the department chair. Transfer course credits do not affect the minimum number of credits required for the online Ph.D. Psychology degree.

Transfer credit to be applied toward required electives may include up to 12 transfer credits completed in the psychology discipline, six of these credits may be from cognate fields, non-degree Saybrook certificate credits, Saybrook CE credits, or other non-degree credits taken at Saybrook University within the last seven years*.

*Exception to the amount of transfer credits may be made when students complete Saybrook’s M.A. in Psychology program (with specialization [CSIH, Creativity Studies, and EHP] and without specialization) within the last year.

Ethics, Spirit, and Health Care

This online Ph.D. Psychology course provides an overview of the ethical principles and codes of conduct in psychology. It will focus on the guidelines for ethical practice that integrate the spiritual, physical, and psychological dimensions into one’s professional work with individuals and groups. This core ethics course will focus then on a breadth of ethical considerations and concerns pertinent to the evolving intersections of mind-body-spirit. An introduction to ethics and the Code of Conduct created by the American Psychological Association will be provided. Ethical issues involving spirituality, faith, and medicine will be explored with an emphasis on helping students consider ethical issues related to the specific focus of their professional and academic goals. In that context, Ph.D. Psychology degree students will be encouraged to explore their own personal values, beliefs, and biases pertaining to moral and legal ethics in the field. 3 credits

Ethics and Laws in Psychotherapy and Behavioral Science Research

This Ph.D. Psychology online course is designed to introduce students to professional ethics, standards of conduct, federal and state laws, and Board of Psychology rules that inform, influence, and regulate teaching, clinical practice, and research in professional psychology. The primary focus of the Ph.D. Psychology course will be on knowledge of the content and application of professional ethics, federal and state laws, and Board of Psychology rules. Within the context of self-reflection and examination of personal values and beliefs, students will be introduced to the professional associations and state agencies responsible for leadership, public policy, promulgation of laws, professional practice standards and rules, jurisdictional boundaries, cooperative institutional relationships, and regulatory and administrative procedures. In addition, online Ph.D. Psychology students will be required to become familiar with federal and state legislative statutes and rules that regulate the professional practice of psychology and conducting behavioral science and biomedical research in their jurisdictions. These include but are not limited to the education and training requirements and filing complaints for misconduct. 3 credits

Foundations and Critique of Contemporary Psychology–Part II

This is the second required course for doctoral psychology students to be taken consecutively following Part I. The purpose of this online Ph.D. Psychology course is to provide a solid underpinning in the foundational topics in the field of contemporary psychology. The course will cover mainstream perspectives and humanistic perspectives on the foundational themes addressed in contemporary psychology. Prerequisite: Successful completion of PSY 1500A. 3 credits

What is an online Ph.D. in Psychology?

An online Ph.D. in Psychology offers students an opportunity to train in rigorous research, preparing for a career in research and academia. Our online psychology doctoral degree focuses on the tradition of existential, humanistic, and transpersonal psychology. The Ph.D. in Psychology offers an education that helps students expand their outlook beyond the confines of a discrete discipline.

Is the Ph.D. in Psychology 100% online?

Yes! The Ph.D. in Psychology curriculum is offered completely online, combining online learning with periodic, in-person Residential Orientations and Residential Conferences as an academic requirement.

How long does it take to complete the online Ph.D. in Psychology?

The online Ph.D. in Psychology degree requires 60-75 credits for completion. This is typically completed in five to six years.

Is a dissertation required for completion of a Ph.D. in Psychology?

Yes, a dissertation is required for completion of the online Ph.D. in Psychology.

Does the Ph.D. in Psychology online prepare students for licensure?

No, this Ph.D. psychology program is not designed to prepare students for future professional licensure.

Can I transfer credits into the online Ph.D. Psychology degree program?

Yes. Approved transfer credits are all allowed and count toward the Ph.D. Psychology degree requirements.

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Ph.D. in Psychology: Human Factors

The Department of Psychology and Communication offers a doctorate in experimental psychology with an emphasis in human factors. The Ph.D. is available on-campus only. All application materials for the doctorate program must be received by Graduate Admissions by Jan. 15. Applicants received after that date will be considered on a space-available basis.

Ph.D. students are eligible for teaching assistantships which include a stipend and tuition waiver.

No separate application for funding is required. All Ph.D. applicants will be considered for these funding opportunities.

Degree Requirements

To earn the doctorate, candidates must complete:

• 78 credits (52 or more at the 500-level or above);
• A master’s thesis;
• A preliminary examination; and
• A doctoral dissertation.

The curriculum includes the coursework required of master’s students, with some additional required electives. Students are expected to work closely with faculty on research projects throughout their time in the program.

Students may transfer credits earned from another psychology graduate program with the consent of the major professor, the committee, the chair of the department and the dean of the College of Graduate Studies. At least 39 of the 78 credits must be earned at the University of Idaho.

Coursework includes:

• PSYC 425 Psychology of Action
• PSYC 444 Sensation and Perception
• PSYC 446 Engineering Psychology
• PSYC 504 Special Topics – Current Issues in Human Factors
• PSYC 509 Human Factors in Engineering Design
• PSYC 512 Research Methods
• PSYC 513 Advanced Research Methods
• PSYC 525 Cognitive Psychology
• PSYC 526 Cognitive Neuroscience
• PSYC 552 Ergonomics and Biomechanics
• PSYC 561 Human-Computer Interaction
• PSYC 562 Advanced Human Factors
• PSYC 599 Research
• STAT 431 Statistical Analysis
• Electives (12 credits)

Admission Requirements

Admission to our program is competitive.

• Applicants must have a bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in psychology or a related field.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.

Students with a master’s degree from another institution may be asked to complete a master’s thesis in our program before proceeding to the preliminary examination.

All applicants are required to submit:

• The completed COGS Application Form with the application fee;
• Official undergraduate and graduate record transcripts of all work at accredited institutions of higher learning, mailed directly from the degree-granting institution;
• A personal statement which should include your background, research interests and professional objectives after completing the graduate program;
• Three letters of recommendation

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Ph.D. FAQ's

Students are expected to take coursework, participate in seminars, assist faculty in on-going research, develop independent research skills, and gain teaching experience and expertise.

The program is designed so that the requirements can be completed in four years, though some students may take five years or longer to complete their individual program of study.

The program is designed to concentrate coursework during the first three years of study, leading to the qualifying exam. Upon successfully passing the qualifying exam, students are admitted to doctoral candidacy, where course demands are minimal.

Many students spend their first year in the program initiating independent research. This research is designed to lead to a Master of Arts (MA) degree during the student's second year, following their thesis research and a successful thesis defense. Completion of a Master's degree is not required but strongly encouraged. Upon successful completion of required coursework, third-year students are eligible to apply for doctoral candidacy.

Currently, the program has 23 full-time students, and we expect future enrollment to increase. There are 18 core and 11 auxiliary faculty from Psychology, Biomedical Studies, Neuroscience, Nursing, Medicine, and Statistics.

Research interests vary widely. Many of the faculty have behavioral interests, including animal learning, personality and impulsive/aggressive behavior, and memory and cognition. Others have interests in the more molecular aspects of neuroscience, such as psychopharmacology, electroencephalography, and teratology. Finally, many faculty have overlapping interests, and collaborative research among different faculty laboratories is common.

Though admission decisions and funding decisions are considered separately, most students receive full support (see financial support page for specific details). This funding support is granted for one year, with no guarantee of future funding (continued funding is based on availability of resources and academic standing). However, a student in good standing can reasonably expect full funding support for the duration of a reasonable (e.g., 5-year) term of study.

The Department of Psychology and Neuroscience has been a leader on the Baylor University campus with respect to capitalizing on new teaching technologies. Therefore, our classrooms are equipped with state of the art multimedia teaching resources. Continuing our commitment to quality resources, Baylor University completed the construction of a new science building, valued in excess of $100 million dollars, in June of 2004. This facility has state of the art classrooms, laboratories, and animal care facilities. Our commitment to outstanding pedagogical skills is also reflected by the fact that a substantial part of the Ph.D. Program in Psychology at Baylor University is built around exploiting these new teaching resources through formal instruction and hands-on teaching.

Students seeking a terminal Master's Degree are not admitted as our program only admits students who are intent on pursuing the Ph.D. However, as previously stated, students are encouraged to earn their Master of Arts (MA) degree in Psychology by proposing, completing, and defending a Thesis, usually in their 2nd or 3rd year of study. Finally, occasionally students admitted to the Doctoral Program leave before completing all of the work required for the Ph.D. In those exceptional cases, students may be given the opportunity to complete a Terminal MA in Psychology, which may or may not require completing and defending a Thesis.

The successful applicant will have a Bachelor degree or equivalent; minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale; three letters of recommendation; a personal statement of interest; and an expressed area of academic/research interest that is compatible with those of faculty.  Application deadline is December 1 (11:59 p.m. ET) each year. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE REVIEWED, although the Baylor Graduate School allows late submissions.

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Developmental Psychology PhD

Doctor of philosophy in developmental psychology.

The 75-point doctoral degree prepares students for faculty positions in colleges, graduate schools of education, and universities, and for positions as research associates in research laboratories, biomedical schools,foundations, public policy, and arts and sciences, as well as policy research firms, governmental agencies, and NPOs. Throughout their program, doctoral candidates work in a close apprentice relationship with a faculty advisor of their choice. The Ph.D. degree requires completion of 75 points with an empirical research dissertation.

The aim of instruction at the doctoral level is to produce a psychologist who can make a sound and innovative research contribution to the study of human development, who is concerned with the relationship between development and education, and who is equipped to teach about such matters.Students acquire the conceptual background and methodological skills necessary for faculty positions in colleges and universities or for positions as associates and consultants in research laboratories, biomedical schools, and other applied settings.

While consultation between student and faculty advisor is considered to be the best way to decide which steps should be taken towards these goals, there are specific requirements for all students in Developmental Psychology that serve to define the character of the program and to ensure that all students have a common experience and acquire a common level of expertise in dealing with the core issues in the field.

The courses offered through the program provide content in the research and theoretical literature relating to all phases of the psychology of human development. All age groups are covered, from infancy through childhood, adolescence to adulthood, and later life. Coursework in developmental psychology can be supplemented by courses in the other psychology programs at Teachers College as well as by courses in the social sciences,linguistics, and other fields offered at Teachers College and the graduate faculty of Columbia University (including the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons).The doctoral program is focused primarily on training in the conduct of empirical (e.g., experimental, observational, and interview)research. Other types of research (theoretical, descriptive, and historical) may be undertaken in special circumstances of student and advisor competence.

Developmental Psychology Ph.D. Requirements 24-25

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• Points/Credits: 75
• Entry Terms: Summer, Fall

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Core Courses: 

Students are generally advised to take the following four courses in developmental psychology in their first year of doctoral studies.

• HUDK 5040 Developmental and psychopathology: Atypical contexts 
• HUDK 6520 Seminar on lifespan development 
• HUDK 5023 Cognitive Development
• HUD 4120  Methods of Empirical Research OR ORLJ  5040  Research methods in social psychology I 

Statistics Sequence: 

The following four statistics courses are required, and students are advised to begin enrollment during the first semester of study. HUDM 4122 may be waived for students who have taken appropriate coursework in statistics at the undergraduate/graduate level or who have passed an equivalency examination. Please contact HUD Staff at [email protected]   for more information. 

• HUDM 4122   Probability and statistical inference 
• HUDM 5122   Applied regression analysis OR EDPA5002 - Data Analysis for Policy Decision Making
• HUDM 5123   Linear models and experimental Design OR EDPE6023 - Advanced Causal Methods 
• HUDM 6122   Multivariate analysis 

Once this sequence is finished, students may find it helpful to take one or more of the following courses, which provide instruction on more advanced topics:  

• HUDM 6030   Multilevel and longitudinal data analysis
• HUDM 6055   Latent structure analysis 
• ​​HUDM 5133 Casual Inference Program Evaluation

Breadth Requirement:  

All doctoral students must take at least one course for a minimum of 3 points in each of the following four areas listed below. The courses must be other than courses required as part of the degree program core. Students should consult with their advisors about whether specific courses meet program requirements.  Examples of suitable courses are included below.Students may also consult the TC course catalog for other examples. Note that courses used to fill the Breadth/Foundation course requirements may not be used to fulfill requirements in another area. 

Biological Basis of Behavior:

BBS   5068 Brain & behavior I and BBS 5069 Brain and behavior II (total 3 points)

MSTC 5000 Neurocognitive Models of Information Processing

BBSN 5007 Neuroscience Applications to Education

Cognitive Basis of Behavior:

CCPX 5020 Cognition, emotion, and culture

HBSK 5096 Psychology of memory

HUDK 4015 Psychology of thinking

HUDK 4029 Human cognition and learning

HUDK 5024 Language development

HUDK 5025 Spatial thinking

HUDK 5030 Visual explanations

HUDK 5090 Psychology of language and reading

Social Cultural Factors & Individual Differences:

BBSN 5152  Neuroscience, Ethics and the Law

BBSN 5193  Neuroscience of Adversity

HBSK 5031 Family as context for child development

HUDK 5029 Personality development and socialization across the lifespan

HUDK 5121 Children's social and emotional development in context

HUDK 5125 Cross cultural psychology

HUDK 6036 Child and family policy I

ORLJ  5017  Small group intervention: Theory and method

ORLJ  5106  Psychological aspects of organizations

ORLJ  5540  Proseminar in social and organizational psychology

Measurement:  

HUDM 5059   Psychological measurement 

HUDM 6051   Psychometric theory

HUDM 6055   Latent structure analysis   

Proseminar Requirement: 

Doctoral Students are required to enroll in proseminar during the fall and spring of their first year. The course is taken for 3 credits per semester, totaling 6 credits for the year. This course covers various topics integral to the doctoral experience and is a great way for students to present their work amongst peers and gain feedback. 

HUD 6500 Doctoral Proseminar (2 semesters)

Out-of-Department Requirement:  

Doctoral students must take at least three courses outside the Department. 

Course Assistantship Requirement:   

Doctoral students must be a course assistant for two master's-level courses, which may include HUDK 5324, the Master's Practica. For more information, please visit the Department of Human Development located in Grace Dodge Hall, room 453.

Certification Papers:  

The two advanced requirements that are met prior to presenting a dissertation proposal are an original theoretical paper and an original empirical research paper in the student's area of specialization. For more information, please visit the Department of Human Development located in Grace Dodge Hall, room 453. 

Certification Examination: 

As part of their certification requirements, all students must take a three-hour examination in research methods. 

Post-Certification Requirement:

Ph.D. candidates must take a minimum of 15 additional points after meeting certification requirements, including the points enrolled during the semester in which certification occurs.   

Dissertation Seminar: 

For a dissertation proposal to be approved, the student must enroll in Dissertation Seminar (HUDK 7501). Dissertation Seminar is typically taken for one semester--the semester in which the student wishes to finish the dissertation proposal and have it approved. It can be taken for a maximum of two semesters. If the proposal is not approved in the first semester, the student must register for a second semester. After the approval of the proposal or the completion of the second semester, whichever comes first, the student proceeds automatically into registration for Dissertation Advisement. 

Dissertation Proposal Hearing:

When the student and the advisor have agreed on a proposal for dissertation research, a proposal hearing will be scheduled. 

Advanced Seminar: 

After completing the collection of data, the student will request that an Advanced Seminar be scheduled. The purpose of the Advanced Seminar is for the committee to review data and their analysis before the final Dissertation Defense. 

Dissertation Defense:

Requirements for the scheduling of the dissertation defense and composition of the dissertation committee can be found in the requirements bulletin for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy (obtainable from the Office of Doctoral Studies). 

M.Phil. Degree:

The M. Phil is an en passant degree awarded to those nearing the completion of the Ph.D. degree. The student contacts the Office of Doctoral Studies to file for the award of the degree. 

To receive the M. Phil., the student must satisfactorily complete the following requirements: 

File an approved "Program Plan of Study" with the Office of Doctoral Studies 

Complete at least six courses with evaluative grades under Teachers College registration

Pass the Certification Examination 

Complete an approved empirical research paper 

Complete an approved theoretical research paper 

Complete all 75 points of coursework required for the degree. 

Please note: Students must submit a copy of their Program Plan of Study and both research papers to the Department of Human Development for record keeping purposes. 

Transfer Credit:    

Relevant graduate courses with earned grades of B or higher taken in other accredited graduate schools to a maximum of 30 points, or 45 points if completed in another Faculty of Columbia University, may be accepted toward the minimum point requirement for the Ph.D. degree. For more information, please contact the Transfer Credit Coordinator in the Registrar's Office. 

Satisfactory Progress: 

Students are expected to make satisfactory progress toward the completion of degree requirements. If satisfactory progress is not maintained, a student may be dismissed from the program. Where there are concerns about satisfactory progress, students will be informed by the program faculty.

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Wichita State’s Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in psychology offers three programs of study: clinical, community and human factors psychology. Students have access to 14 state-of-the-art labs, groups and clinics, and the opportunity for faculty-student research—preparing them for future success in the workforce.

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Applied learning at Wichita State

At Wichita State, applied learning is everything. In fact, every degree we offer has a guaranteed applied learning or research experience built right into it equipping you with the relevant skills and experience to make you workforce ready before graduation.

Admission to the program

Admission the program requires:

• Admission to the WSU Grad School
• Three letters of reference from people acquainted with your academic background and potential
• A brief autobiographical statement describing particular interests, experiences and goals related to academic and professional work in psychology
• Submission of Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores

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Inside the Program

Students help create device that could detect driver drowsiness, make roads safer

Psychology students can gain real-life industry experience before graduation.

Drowsy driving injures and kills thousands of people in the United States each year. Alongside students in his Human Automation Interaction Lab, psychology professor Jibo He has taken on the task of helping change that.

Students are learning real-life industry skills as they work with He to develop a device that could alert drowsy drivers and avoid potential accidents. The hope is that this device will make the roads safer.

The Ph.D. comprises 90-to-101 credit hours and has a nine-year time limit for completion. In addition to the courses required of all students, each of the three programs have their own requirements.

Students will also complete a second-year project, post-second-year project research, qualifying examination and dissertation.

A graduate degree in psychology from Wichita State opens doors to high-paying, high-demand careers in diverse settings—from health care to human resources.

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Doctor of Philosophy Psychology with a Concentration in Human Factors Psychology (PhD)

James F. Paulson, Graduate Program Director

Overview of the Topical Areas

The HF doctoral program follows the scientist-practitioner model with emphasis on psychological theory and behavioral science, statistics and research methodology, practical experience, and fundamental and innovative areas of human factors/engineering psychology. The following is a partial list of these areas:

• aviation psychology
• behavioral modeling
• complex system operation
• display design
• driving and navigational performance
• human-computer interaction
• perception and performance
• medical systems
• neuroergonomics
• team performance
• usability testing
• warnings and alarms
• virtual environments
• information processing and workload
• human-robot interaction

The PhD in Psychology with a concentration in Human Facotrs admits students at two levels: with a master’s degree or with a bachelor’s degree. Degrees held must be in psychology or a related field. Each applicant must submit:

• Official scores on the General Test of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE);
• A brief statement outlining personal goals and academic objectives;.
• Three letters of reference, at least two of which are from former college/university teachers or research supervisors;.
• Transcripts of all prior academic work;.
• A sample of recent academic writing (e.g., a paper required in an undergraduate course).Applicants are encouraged to submit a writing sample.

Curriculum Requirements

The program requires at least 84 semester hours of credit beyond the bachelor’s degree with at least 48 hours being post-master’s education. For the individual entering with a bachelor’s degree, the general plan of graduate education consists of four phases:

• A core of basic psychology, acquired while working toward the master’s degree;
• Broad education in the general area of human factors psychology;
• Research and applied experience in human factors psychology; and
• Completion of a dissertation representing a significant professional contribution to human factors psychology.

For the individual entering with a master’s degree, a minimum of 48 hours of doctoral-level credits is required, based on the faculty’s and the Ph.D. program director’s review of the student’s educational background. Students who enter with a master’s degree will typically pursue a plan of study identical in spirit to the latter three phases of the plan of study followed by a student entering with a bachelor’s degree (see phases listed above). The student will form a guidance committee within the first year of entry. These are graduate faculty members who assist in developing the plan of study tailored to the student’s needs and interests. This plan of study outlines the minimum 48 hours of post-master’s education.  For the student who holds the master’s degree upon entering the Ph.D. program, completion will require approximately three years.

For the student with a bachelor’s degree, completion of the program requires approximately five years of study. A student entering the program with a bachelor’s degree must complete the first phase of the program by meeting the requirements for the master’s degree in general psychology (i.e., 36 semester hours with appropriate course work). The student is required to complete successfully a core of master’s-level courses, with at least a B average in these courses.  If the GPA falls below 3.0 the student may be placed on probation or suspended from graduate study as specified in the University Catalog. Further, if the student receives a C grade or less he or she will also be placed on probation; a second C or worse may result in dismissal from the program.

Core Requirements

The Ph.D. in Psychology requires at least 84 semester hours of credit beyond the bachelor’s degree or at least 48 semester hours of post-master’s training. Students entering the program with a bachelor’s degree must complete the first phase of the program by meeting the requirements for the master’s degree in Psychology (i.e., 36 semester hours with appropriate course work). For the student with a bachelor’s degree, completion of the program requires approximately four years of study. For the student who holds the master’s degree upon entering the Ph.D. program, completion requires approximately three years. The student is required to complete a core of master’s-level courses with at least a B average. If the GPA falls below 3.0 the student may be placed on probation or suspended from graduate study as specified in the University Catalog. Further, if the student receives a grade of C or lower, they will also be placed on probation; a second C or worse may result in dismissal from the program.

The core courses consist of the following:

Human Factors Psychology Concentration

In addition to the core requirements for the PhD in Psychology, the PhD concentration in Human Factors Psychology requires the following courses:

Additional Requirements

Completion of the first phase requires two years of study. Following the student’s second year, the student forms a guidance committee of graduate faculty members who assist in developing a plan of study tailored to the student’s needs and interests. The plan of study outlines the student’s minimum 48 hours of post-master’s education.

Candidacy Examination

Prior to admission to doctoral candidacy (i.e., the beginning of formal work on the dissertation), each student is required to pass a qualifying examination to evaluate a student's achievement and understanding of concepts, theories, practices, and empirical facts about fundamental HF information, as well as information relevant to the student’s major area of concentration within HF. The examination consists of a  six-hour essay exam covering general HF knowledge (a reading list is provided) and a 10-page literature review covering knowledge in the student’s area of concentration (the literature review may be incorporated into the student’s dissertation proposal).  The literature review can be turned in any time during the semester, but MUST be submitted within a week of completion of the general knowledge essay exam. If the both written components are passed, the oral part of the examination must be completed within one month of notification. The oral exam covers the material contained on the candidate’s reading list, answers on the written exam, and the literature review. A student must pass both the written and oral parts to pass the candidacy examination.  The examination may not be reported as passed if there is more than one dissenting vote by exam committee members. A candidacy examination cannot be passed conditionally.  A pass on the examination cannot be made contingent upon other factors such as the completion of additional course work or the preparation of extra research projects.  If either part (written or oral) of the candidacy examination is failed, the faculty may permit the student to take it once more at a time mutually satisfactory but within 6 to 12 months from the date of the first examination.  If either part of the examination is failed, the student may be required by the faculty to retake only that part.  The student is allowed two attempts on the candidacy exam.  If the student fails the exam twice, they may be asked to leave the program.  When determining failure, the faculty considers a complete scheduled exam as one attempt.  Failure of one part of the exam on the first attempt (such as the written part), but then failure of a different part of the exam (even the oral part) at the second attempt is considered two failures.

Publication and Application

Prior to graduation, students are required to submit a research article as first author for publication in a refereed journal, and to create an application of research methodology and/or computing skills. An example of such an application might include a data analysis program, a simulation program or a patentable technology innovation.

Practical Experience

The student must obtain professional practice experiences during the course of graduate education. An internship is one excellent option for meeting this requirement. However, the student can also meet the requirement by participating in at least two applied research projects or consulting activities under the direct supervision of a Ph.D. psychologist (or psychologists). The student’s guidance committee establishes the criteria for meeting the professional-practice experience requirement and judges the adequacy of the experiences.

Graduate Student Teaching

Teaching an academic course is an experience that is worthwhile regardless of the eventual career role(s) that a student envisions, and the experience should be taken seriously for its professional value. Benefits associated with teaching a course include expanding and solidifying knowledge about general and HF psychology, polishing communication skills, and establishing professional identification. Although there are other ways to acquire these benefits (e.g., presentations at conferences, consulting experiences, organizing and conducting workshops), teaching a course systematically builds these experiences into a student’s plan of study. Moreover, any student who plans an academic career should teach one or more courses in preparation for that career. During the course of graduate training, financial support is often provided by the Psychology Department from graduate teaching assistant or adjunct teaching funds. This type of financial support almost always requires that the student be partially or fully responsible for teaching a course.

Dissertation

The doctoral dissertation must represent an achievement in research and a significant contribution to knowledge in the major area of study. It is equivalent to no more than 24 semester hours of course work.

Dissertation Defense

An oral examination in defense of the dissertation is required. The aim of the defense is to explore with the candidate the methodological and substantive contributions of the completed dissertation.

Research Opportunities

Lab facilities are available for research in cognition, human perception and performance, modeling and simulation, and psychophysiology. Facilities include personal computers, local area networked testing stations, sound-attenuated testing chambers, driving simulators, flight simulators, and a human-computer interaction laboratory. Access to university computing and multimedia development facilities is also available. To complement the program’s emphasis on modeling and simulation, students also have access to the Virginia Modeling, Analysis and Simulation Center (VMASC). VMASC is an ODU-affiliated research and development center where scientists from a number of disciplines create and test computer models and simulation applications to benefit industrial, academic, and governmental interests.

Research is supported by private sector, local, state or federal governmental organizations (e.g., National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health, NASA, etc.), or one of the military services. Doctoral students are encouraged to become engaged in one of these research programs early in the process of their education.

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The Human Factors Psychology Program at Texas Tech University is fully accredited by the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society .

If you have any questions, please contact the Experimental program director, Dr. Jessica Alquist at [email protected] or (806) 834-7553 . We do not offer any online graduate degree programs.

The objective of the program is to prepare students for employment in academia, government and industry settings. We believe that this requires a solid research background. Research is the foundation of human factors. Thus, we emphasize research training. Students who enroll in our program are expected to engage in research continuously, publish articles, and attend and present research at conferences. Preparation includes methodological, statistical, and technical skills, knowledge of the basic and applied literature, and assimilation into the professional community. As a consequence of this training 100% of our graduates have secured employment, with typical graduates receiving multiple job offers. Our students have won a variety of awards, and our faculty serve on editorial boards, and national panels and committees.

The HF Program is committed to the integration of basic and applied research. Thus, students are trained in the fundamental processes of human behavior, quantitative methods, and multidisciplinary topics. Students take courses in psychology, experimental methods and statistics, human factors, and industrial engineering (ergonomics). They gain experience applying fundamental methods and knowledge in experimental psychology to applied problems. Hands-on research experience is considered of fundamental importance and students are engaged in research continuously during their enrollment. Research opportunities are diverse and can include collaborations with faculty in other departments as well as in other specializations within experimental psychology.

Faculty and students interact with colleagues in departments such as Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Education, Health/Physical Education/Recreation, Industrial Engineering, and the Health Sciences Center.

The employment prospects for individuals trained in human factors psychology are outstanding. There is a shortage of human factors professionals and employers compete fiercely to fill their vacancies. There are numerous job opportunities. Salaries and benefits are high. Recent graduates have reported starting annual salaries between 80K and 100K.

Our program prepares students for employment in academia, government and industry settings. Our terminal MA program prepares students for professional employment, as in industry, or for continuation of education in a doctoral program.

Our graduates are in research positions at government and academic institutions (i.e., Lockheed-Martin/NASA-Johnson, Auburn University, Wichita State University, University of South Dakota, the Federal Aviation Administration, the US Air Force, the US Army, the US Navy, and NIOSH). We also have alumni employed in industry (i.e., General Electric, Hewlett-Packard, IBM, Lear Corporation, Lucent Technologies, Space Center, NOVA Research Co., Oakhill Technology, Perceptive Sciences, Roche Diagnostics, SA Technologies, SBC Technology, State Farm, Honeywell, Medtronics, Human Interfaces, BCI, and Siemens).

Student Awards and Honors

The TTU Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Student Chapter has been recognized with a Gold Level Status designation by the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (HFES) for multiple years in a row. Each year, HFES performs an assessment of student chapters across the nation driven by a diverse set of criteria developed to recognize outstanding efforts, activities, and contributions. Following the assessment, chapters are awarded a Gold, Silver, or Bronze Status designation.

Many of our students have been recognized with the Student Member with Honors award from the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (HFES). This award is given to individual students who have demonstrated outstanding achievement and have made an outstanding contribution to the discipline and/or HFES during their academic career.

Financial Assistance

Every effort is made to provide full support for entering students. Most students entering the Ph.D. program receive some form of financial support from the department in the form of scholarships, research assistantships, teaching assistantships, or fellowships. Stipends are competitive and scholarships and half-time assistantships carry a waiver of the out-of-state portion of tuition. In addition, half-time assistantships provide health insurance and allow the waiver of many fees.

Nearly all doctoral students in psychology are supported with 1/2-time assistantships. The amount of financial assistance from the Department depends on a student's level of advancement in the program. Below are the 12-month stipends for PhD students.

Students who are in their 1st or 2nd year of the program and more senior students who have not yet completed their 2nd year project are provided approximately $16,250 per year. Note that 1st & 2nd year students will receive this stipend rate even if they enter with a master's degree.

Students who have completed their second year in the program and their 2nd year project will receive $17,000 per year.

Although these are the base rates for stipends, higher stipends are possible if students are supported by certain scholarships or grants.

Students who are supported with a scholarship or a 1/2-time assistantship pay in-state tuition rates. The department does not provide support for terminal masters students. Students can apply for financial assistance with their application.

Teaching opportunities include undergraduate courses, some as an assistant to a faculty member and some as the instructor of record.

Students must fulfill the requirements of the Department of Psychological Sciences and the Experimental Psychology Division. The Graduate School requires that students complete degree requirements within 8 consecutive years from the semester of initial enrollment to ensure that student's preparation remains current and that they are able to make timely progress.

Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology: 45 hours of substantive coursework, 15 hours of pre-dissertation research, 12 hours of dissertation research, prequalifying examination, qualifying (comprehensive) examination, dissertation proposal defense, and final dissertation defense. A graduate student must earn a B- or better in every required course.

Please refer to the Experimental Psychology Graduate Student Handbook for further details. It is the official curriculum with which you must comply.

PH.D. COURSE REQUIREMENTS

All doctoral students in Psychology must complete the following requirements. Some courses may have prerequisites, so students should make sure they meet the necessary prerequisites before registering.

Statistics (11 hours)

The graduate core statistics requirement for the Department of Psychological Sciences is completion of three graduate level statistics courses taken within the Department of Psychological Sciences. PSY 5447 and PSY 5480 must be completed within 24 months of the official enrollment in a doctoral program in Psychology at TTU.

• PSY 5480 Experimental Design (required)
• PSY 5447 Advanced Correlational Methods and Factor Analysis (required)

And any advanced statistics course taught in the Department of Psychological Sciences. Examples include:

• PSY 5348 Advanced Multivariate Statistics for Psychologists
• PSY 5360 Structural Equation Modeling for Psychologists
• PSY 5367 Analysis of Repeated Measures and Intensive Longitudinal Designs

Breadth area requirements: 1 course from each of the 3 core areas (9 hrs)

Applications (courses listed below are only for Experimental Division students)

• PSY 5370: Human Factors Psychology (required)

Cognitive and Affective Bases of Behavior

• PSY 5356: Cognition and Cognitive Neuroscience
• PSY 5353: Cognitive Neuroscience

Social Bases of Behavior

• PSY 5328: Seminar in Social Psychology
• PSY 5300: Attitudes and Attitude Change
• PSY 5335: Group Processes and Intergroup Relations

Specialization in Human Factors (18 hours)

• PSY 5372: Human Factors Methodology (required)
• IE 5301: Advanced Industrial Ergonomics (required)
• One more IE course
• PSY 5003: Internship
• PSY 5379: Human-Computer Interaction
• ENGL 5388: User Experience Research
• ENGL 5394: User-Centered Design

Experimental Psychology Electives (6 hours)

• PSY 5354 Seminar in Perception: Theories and Applications (required)
• PSY 5373 Cognitive Ergonomics (required)

Colloquium in the Teaching of Psychology (1 hour)

• PSY 5101: Colloquium in the Teaching of Psychology (required)

This course must be taken before a student's second year in the program, unless they can demonstrate prior completion of an equivalent course on teaching.

Research Coursework

• In addition to organized coursework, continuous involvement in research is expected. This will include registering for (a) a minimum of 15 hours of enrollment in PSY 6000/7000 before graduation, and (b) enrolling in PSY 6000/7000 for 3 credit hours during each long semester and one summer term each year.
• A minimum of 12 hours of enrollment in PSY 8000 (only 12 will be applied to the degree audit). Continuous enrollment of at least 3 hours of PSY 8000 with the dissertation chair beginning at least in the semester in which the dissertation is proposed. Students are required to sign up for a minimum of 2 credits with every other committee member during the course of the dissertation, normally in the semesters of proposal and defense. A student may not begin to enroll in Psychology 8000 until after passing qualifying examination.

Research experience is considered of primary importance and students are expected to engage in research continuously throughout the year. To develop sufficient research acumen, students should aim to conduct as much research as possible during their graduate studies.

The human factors area utilizes an apprenticeship model in which students become involved in their advisor's ongoing research. The research typically focuses on theoretical issues in Experimental Psychology that have implications for human factors applications.

Prequalifying Examination Requirements ("second-year project")

Students must complete both the following written and oral portions of this requirement by the end of their second year:

• Prior to taking the qualifying examination, each student will be required to complete at least one three hour enrollment in PSY 7000 Research, and to complete an empirical study that is deemed appropriate by a two person faculty committee (including the student's faculty advisor). The two person faculty committee may consist of any two members of the Department's graduate faculty.
• Alternatively, students can fulfill this research requirement by submitting a formal master's thesis in psychology.
• Students who have conducted independent research elsewhere at the graduate level, or who have completed a master's thesis in psychology may wish to submit these for approval in order to meet the requirement. Those who obtain approval for previous research will have the written requirement waived.
• Each student also is required to make a brief, ungraded, oral presentation of the research used to satisfy the above written requirement. The oral presentation should be made only after the full results of the study are available and should include as much of these results, and their interpretation, as is feasible given time constraints during the presentation.

Qualifying Examinations

Students are admitted to Ph.D. candidacy by the Graduate School after qualifying examinations have been successfully completed. Other requirements for admission to candidacy are given in the Graduate Catalog.

• Successful completion of the qualifying examination in Human Factors Psychology documents that the student has 1) mastered the foundations of the field, and 2) become an expert in one of the field's identifiable sub-specialties.
• The qualifying examination has three sections: Section I: Fundamentals of Human Factors Psychology, Section II. The Student's Research Specialty, Section III. Applying Knowledge from the Specialty Area.

To be eligible to take the qualifying examination, students must have completed their second-year project (or thesis) including both the oral and written requirements. They should also have completed all of the coursework in their specialization.

Other PhD Requirements

The following are other skills that students in the human factors area are required to develop. As noted below, opportunities to develop these skills can stem from topical courses, research experiences, or other program-related activities. Students are also free to seek out other opportunities to develop these skills.

Quantitative and Computer Skills

• Mastery of mathematics through calculus is strongly recommended.
• Mastery of a higher-level programming language is strongly recommended.

Communication Skills

• Students must develop their oral and written communication skills. This is achieved by the oral and written requirements for the MA thesis or Second-Year Project requirement for all MA and PhD students and by the oral and written requirements for the dissertation for PhD students. In addition, in the weekly Human Factors Chat, all students are responsible for one time-period per year.

Teamwork Experience

• Students are exposed to multidisciplinary team experiences in various ways such as coursework (Human Factors, Human Factors Methodology, Human-Computer Interaction), the HFES TTU Student Chapter, and practical experiences such as internships. Examples include collaborative class assignments and projects, feedback from fellow students on class presentations, and students working together on practical problems.
• Doctoral students are expected to acquire experience working on practical problems. This may include an internship, practicum, consulting with industry or other clients, or other practical experiences. Previous examples include course practica , course projects, and internships at SA Technologies, Honeywell, Motorola, Sprint, Sandia National Laboratories, NASA-JSC, USAF and the FAA. Local practical experiences also have been developed, for example, at Texas Tech's Information Technology Division, Usability Laboratory (Housed in English Department in the Technical Communication Program); Teaching, Learning, and Technology Center, Office of Planning and Assessment, and the UMC Southwest Cancer Treatment & Research Center. Other opportunities are available through the Industrial Engineering Department (e.g., Frito Lay, Lubbock AeroCare, Texas Instruments).
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• Be in your final term and planning to start your doctoral degree after the last day of class for your master’s degree.
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Ph.D. in Psychology is a 3-year full-time doctorate degree in Psychology. In this 3-year program, aspirants learn a total of 9 subjects, 3 in each year. The course mainly focuses on the clinical psychology part and explores the various psychological treatments and methods

The candidates are required to pass their postgraduate degree in psychology with a minimum score of 55% or equivalent marks from a recognised university. Admission to the course is done on the basis of an entrance examination or merit list. Some such exams held in the country are RAT (Research Aptitude Test) and JRF (Junior Research Fellowship). 

The total course fee for the program varies between INR 20,000-INR and 1 Lakh. The top Ph.D. Psychology Colleges in India are Amity University, Lucknow, Banaras Hindu University, Awadhesh Pratap Singh University, etc.

Candidates after passing the course are hired in various job profiles such as professors, Clinical psychologists, Educational psychologists, lecturers, etc. The average salary after the completion of the course ranges between INR 1.8 to INR 6.8 LPA.

Table of Contents

• Course Highlights
• About Ph.D. in Psychology

2.1  Why Study PhD in Psychology?

2.2  Who Should Study PhD in Psychology?

Ph.D. in Psychology Admission Process

3.1  Eligibility

3.2  Admission 

3.3  Entrance Exams

Ph.D. in Psychology Syllabus

• Ph.D. Psychology Distance Learning

Ph.D. in Psychology Top Institutes

• Ph.D. in Psychology Abroad

7.1  USA

7.2   UK

7.3  Canada

7.4   Australia

• Ph.D. in Psychology Jobs and Salar
• Ph.D. in Psychology FAQs

Ph.D. in Psychology Course Highlights

Tabulated below are some of the major highlights of the course.

Ph.D. in Psychology: What is it About?

• Psychology as an academic discipline encompassing a wide range of studies including attention, perception, comprehension, emotions, intelligence, personality, relationships, behaviour, and even the subconscious. 
• Psychology is the study of the mind and behaviour. 
• Psychologists examine both individual behaviours and the behaviour of groups, working towards understanding human activity, treating mental disorders, and counselling people to help them achieve emotional stability.
• Being concerned with social behaviour, Psychology in many ways is related to the social sciences and humanities, such as Anthropology and Philosophy. 
• They use similar research techniques as these disciplines, including conducting interviews and observing behaviour. 
• Psychologists assess behavioural and mental function and well-being, and study how human beings relate to each other and also to machines, and work towards improving such relationships.

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Why Study PhD in Psychology?

There are various reasons as well as advantages for which one can pursue PhD in Psychology. Check them below.

• Good Compensation: After completing the PhD course the candidates will be able to earn anything between INR 1.8 to INR 6.8 Per annum. Apart from that the candidates will be able to gain bonuses and other perks that includes provident funds, DA, retirement benefits as well as medical insurances. 
• The highest qualification in the field PhD is the highest degree a person can attain. Pursuing a PhD in Psychology will make the person highly knowledgeable in the field. The candidates after attaining the PhD Course will be able to help individuals recover from stress or have a deeper understanding in the individual psyche as well as the underlying problem.
• Research and Development - PhD enables an individual to research and execute continuous study in the field which he pursues. Having a doctorate program in Psychology will help the individual to research and continue studying various aspects of the subject matter such as mental stress, self confidence, decision making procedure and many more.
• Choose from various specializations - You will get a variety of fields to execute your specialization on, if you want to pursue PhD in Psychology. This includes - Neuropsychology, Sports Psychology, School Psychology, Engineering Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Social Psychology, Human Factors Psychology, Educational Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, Health Psychology, and Developmental Psychology.
• Start Your Own Practice  - A PhD in Psychology degree will also help you to practice on your own. You can open your consultancy , and start practicing. A Psychologist can earn anything between INR 500-INR 2000 for each session. .

You can help individuals recover from their mental issues - The greatest reason for which you should pursue a degree in Psychology is helping others recover from their mental issues. You can assist individuals who go through several mental problems such as anger, stress, mental fatigue as well depression. Aspirants can listen to them, and suggest effective methods to deal with it.

Who Should Study PhD in Psychology?

• Candidates who already have a postgraduate degree in Psychology such as MA Psychology , MSc Psychology should pursue this course.
• Candidates who want to pursue a career in research and development should undertake the PhD in Psychology Program.
• Candidates who have the desire to pursue the career of professor or associate professor in psychology should take up the course. 
• Candidates who have interest in understanding the psychology of criminals should take up the course.
• Candidates who wish to turn entrepreneur and start with their own practice should take up the course
• Also, candidates having a knack in psychology from childhood should certainly pursue the course, to fulfil their dream.
• It is good if a candidate pursuing PhD in the Psychology field has someone in his home who is an expert in his field. A PhD degree needs a lot of guidance as well, and it would be easier if the candidate finds someone like that in his home.

Admission to the course in India is done on the basis of the candidate’s performance in a relevant written test and/or a round of Personal Interview and/or performance in a relevant qualifying examination. Candidates are shortlisted based on both academic record and performance in a relevant nation-wide screening test, such as:

• RAT (Research Aptitude Test)

JRF (Junior Research Fellowship) through UGC NET

Ph.D. in Psychology Eligibility

Aspiring candidates for Ph.D. in Psychology program need to meet the following minimum eligibility criteria:

• Postgraduate degree in Psychology, completed from a recognized institute/university
• A minimum aggregate score of 55% (50 % for SC/ST candidates) or equivalent grade at the level of post-graduation
• At least 5 years of teaching/ industry/ professional experience at a senior level
• In some cases, M.Phil. in Psychology is also preferred

PhD in Psychology: Admission 2024

The following are some of the steps that the candidates can follow in the case of the admission process 

• Candidates have to register themselves first in the official website of the college or the Entrance exam board. The candidates must look at the eligibility criteria and look at the various entry methods.
• The candidates are required to fill in their application form as per the detail required and upload the documents in the format prescribed by the authorities.
• Candidates are required to submit the application form and pay the application form fee and take out the receipt for future reference.
• In the entrance exam, they need to score more than the cut off marks, to qualify.
• Post qualifying the entrances, candidates need to fulfil the eligibility as per the guidelines of that particular college.
• Final selection will follow candidates' performance in the interview and their research proposal .

PhD in Psychology: Entrance Exams

There are multiple entrance exams, which the students can crack to get permission for admission for pursuing PhD in Psychology, Check them below.

A year-wise breakup of the course’s syllabus is tabulated below.

Ph.D Psychology Distance Learning

The candidate has the option to Study PhD in Distance Mode. Let us understand about the distance admission mode for the PhD Distance Learning mode with a bit more detail

• As of now PhD Psychology in Distance mode is available in India only from IGNOU 
• The duration of the course is for a period of 3 years, however, the course can be stretched over a period of 6 years.
• The course is accepted by the distance education Board of India and the UGC. 
• The course fee is INR 16,800.
• The admission is based on a national level entrance examination conducted by the IGNOU.
• The candidates should have completed their masters in required stream with a minimum score of 55%.

The candidates from the reserved categories are allowed a relaxation of 5%.

Some of the top institutes offering the course in the country with the corresponding locations and fees charged by the respective colleges are listed below.

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PhD in Psychology: Abroad

There are various colleges abroad where you can pursue PhD in Psychology programs. Candidates often desire to pursue their favorite subjects abroad for the availability of a better infrastructure, research opportunities, etc. Though there are some things that the aspirants must keep in mind before taking this step. Check them below.

• Candidates must have a master degree in the relevant stream from a recognised educational institution.
• Candidates may have to appear for the entrance test, which includes the GRE exam .
• Candidates have to submit their english proficiency proof either via TOEFL or IELTS exam.

Candidates also have to fulfil some other requirements by showing their arksheets of previous exams, letters of recommendation, statement of purpose, work experience, medical certificate, etc.

PhD in Psychology in USA

Following are the top colleges for the USA offering the PhD in Psychology program.

PhD in Psychology in UK

Check out the top colleges in the United Kingdom providing PhD in Psychology programs.

PhD in Psychology in Canada

Check out the top colleges in Canada offering PhD in Psychology courses.

PhD in Psychology in Australia

Ph.D. in Psychology: Career Prospects

On successful completion of Ph.D. in Psychology course, candidates have a wide array of options to choose from. They can opt for a career in Social Service and Mental Health which are two of the most popular career fields for psychology graduates. There is a strong demand for professionals in these fields, they can expect to earn a decent income and have the opportunity to work directly with patients struggling with mental illness and other ailments.

A master’s degree in psychology is the minimum requirement for most entry-level career positions; most of the best jobs are reserved for psychologists with a doctorate in psychology.

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Some of the top most professional avenues open to such postgraduates are listed below with the corresponding salaries offered for the respective positions.

Ph.D in Psychology FAQs

Ques. What is the world of a psychologist having a PhD degree?

Ans. The significant job of a psychologist having a PhD degree is to prepare and conduct scientific research and execute professional practice.

Ques. How long does it generally take for an individual to complete the program of PhD in Psychology?

Ans. To complete the PhD degree in Psychology, it generally takes five to seven years. Also candidates have to do a one-year internship program in this time span.

Ques. Which is better in between PsyD and PhD?

Ans. PsyD (Doctor of Psychology) and PhD both are worth pursuing. Both the degrees train the students to practice a variety of clinical settings in psychology. The basic difference between these programs are, PsyD focuses more on the clinical part, whereas PhD focuses more on the research part.

Ques. Is a PhD in Psychology difficult to pursue?

Ans. Getting a PhD degree in Psychology is certainly hard work to execute. A candidate pursuing this program needs to do a lot of hard work with dedication, and is required to do coursework, come through knowledge exams, engage themselves in various internships, etc.

Ques. Is it possible for someone to work while pursuing the PhD in Psychology program?

Ans. Yes. If someone wants to balance both of them, they certainly can. Pursuing the PhD degree as well as doing a full-time job is possible, and many people do the same. However it is recommended to do a part-time job while doing a PhD, as a full-time job on one hand, and doing PhD on the other becomes very tough and sometimes affects the learning as well.

Ques. Do all Psychologists have a PhD degree?

Ans. Most Psychologists have a PhD degree. Only there are few instances where psychologists do their job with a master degree only. Though they have additional certification and license for that.

Ques. What is the basic requirement for pursuing a PhD in Psychology?

Ans. Aspirants desiring to pursue PhD is Psychology, need to have a bachelor’s degree along with in-depth training in Psychology which includes laboratory experience, research, statistics, etc.

Ques. Do Psychologists provide medicine?

Ans. No. Psychologists are not trained with a medical degree, hence can't give medicines to their patients. They can only help the patients recover from their mental issues, by applying some effective techniques.

Ques. Can anyone pursue a PhD in Psychology, without pursuing a Masters?

Ans. Yes. It is not mandatory to pursue a master degree for doing PhD in Psychology. Candidates can skip the postgraduate program in this case.

Ques. Is Psychology a good career?

Ans. Psychology is certainly a good career, especially in the present era where people have so many mental issues. It is highly rewarding and a lucrative field of study. Also, psychologist get a handsome amount of salary, depending upon the person’s area of specialization, qualification, etc.

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The candidates who are interested in taking admission in the PG course offered by Children? University must meet the criteria mentioned below: 1.The candidates should have completed 10+2 or equivalent from one of the recognized board of India is eligible to take admission in UG courses The candidates must hold a degree in the relevant subject to seek admission in PG courses. The admission process is done directly without any entrance.

Students of the college are constantly encouraged to shape up their athletic skills as well. The college has a number of sports achievements in its kitty held at various college & university levels. Infrastructure for sports includes a meticulously designed badminton court which can be played upon in day/night, equipment for cricket, table tennis, volleyball & other indoor games.

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I was interested in joining the Children's University, because of my interest in the education sector, so I took admission here to enhance and learn more in this sector. I enrolled for a PhD in Education, the minimum requirement for getting enrolled as being a post-graduate in any field. The admission process was quite simple; I was interviewed and successfully reserved my seat for the course.

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The head of the department is Dr.karunanidhi and he is the head of the department since 2004.He is the professor. There are two associate professors and two professors and two research scholars. All were PhD holders. Dr.lavanya, dr.sasikala,are associate professors dr.swaminathan (professor). dr.swaminathan has 32 years experience in teaching. dr.lavanya has 10 years experience in teaching and dr.sasikala has 6 years experience in teaching.

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Wright State’s Human Factors and Industrial/Organizational Psychology Ph.D. program features an academic path that produces results neither specialty could achieve alone. You will understand the relationship of Human Factors and I/O through interaction with students from both areas in a variety of research settings.

Identify how behaviors and attitudes can be improved through hiring practices, training programs, and feedback systems. Learn how to select people who fit a given work environment — or help an organization succeed by designing a more effective organizational structure.

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“The research diversity of the human factors program is phenomenal, from low-level vision and auditory perception, decision-making and interface design, and computational, mathematical, and neuroscientific approaches to cognitive modeling. The amount of interaction and breadth we have with the professors is truly unique. They are interested in helping us all grow academically and professionally. Also, our collaboration with the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) allows us to explore phenomena that have real-world applications. It’s a win-win for us both – they are looking for our expertise and training and we gain experience in a career field we may go into in the future.”

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Ph.D. in psychology is a doctoral degree program generally completed in an ideal time of three years or more. Ph.D. Psychology is a degree that deals with the clinical psychology of humans or different species and explores the treatments and methods available. Graduates with a master’s degree in psychology from a recognised institute are eligible to pursue Ph.D. in psychology. The average salary of a Psychologist is Rs. 3.7 LPA.

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To pursue a Ph.D. in a psychology course, students are required to complete their undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in psychology. Some of the popular bachelor’s choices include B.Com , BA, B.Sc, BBA, and, in the case of master's, M.Com, MBA , and more such similar courses.

Students must fulfil the eligibility requirements of the course before applying for admissions, they must have completed a Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline from a recognised university. They must also clear relevant entrance exams such as UGC NET with a valid aggregate score.

Many private and public institutes offer Ph.D Psychology courses, popular colleges are Akal College of Arts and Social Sciences, Anugraha Institute of Social Sciences, and Government Arts College. The average course fees of a Ph.D. in Psychology range from Rs. 59,550 to Rs. 3.65 Lakhs.

The eligibility criteria for Ph.D. in psychology courses is the minimum qualification that must be obtained by the students in order to be eligible for admission. Candidates are required to fulfil all the eligibility requirements else they are disqualified from the admission process. Mentioned below are the eligibility criteria of

• Applicants for Ph.D. in psychology are required to complete their postgraduate studies in psychology or a related field.
• Prospective candidates are required to appear in the entrance examination such as UGC NET.
• Prospective candidates who qualify for the entrance examination are required to fill out the application form.

The admission process for Ph.D. in psychology courses is more or less the same for every institute offering this degree. The admission is entrance-based and national-level counselling is conducted to confirm the admission. Some of the important admission steps for a Ph.D. in psychology are discussed below:

• Candidates are required to make sure they meet all the eligibility criteria specified by the university.
• They are then required to take the entrance examination and clear the exam with a cutoff estimated.
• After the result of the entrance exam, students are required to fill out the application form providing all personal and academic details.
• Selected students are invited to participate in group discussions and personal interviews.
• Applicants who successfully clear all the rounds are offered admission.

Admission to PhD in psychology courses is offered on the basis of national-level entrance exams for most universities. Some of the popular entrance examinations for admission to PhD in psychology are mentioned below:

UGC NET : UGC NET or University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test is a national-level entrance exam conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA). The mode of the exam is online, and the exam is conducted two times in a year. Candidates can check the relevant exam details mentioned in the table below:

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The cutoff for a Ph.D. in psychology can be defined as the minimum score for any entrance exam that has to be scored by the students for admission to their choice of university and course. The cutoff for Ph.D in Psychology is released by many institutes all over India after the completion of the admission process.

Ph.D. in psychology candidates are required to possess a lot of skills that are not only necessary but also help them become better at their job. A Ph.D student is involved in research and analysis for a long duration and is required to possess certain skills that help them excel in their career.

• Managerial Skills
• Observation Skills
• Time Management
• Analytical and Critical Thinking
• Leadership Skills
• Decision Making

The syllabus for PhD in psychology is quite subjective since there are various sub-disciplines available for research. Students choose their optional subjects and area of research as per their interest in the topic. In the following table, we have listed the syllabus of MDU Rohtak for their Ph.D Psychology course.

* The examination will be based on the Report and Viva

The fee structure for Ph.D. in psychology courses is subjective and depends from university to university. Some universities charge less fees due to external funding from government or private companies. However, a rough estimate of the average fee structure for Ph.D. in psychology courses ranges between Rs. 59,550 to Rs. 3.65 Lakhs.

The scope of PhD in psychology is quite huge in the medical sector and the degree helps students develop a comprehensive approach to human psychology and mental health. Apart from working as a medical professional, graduates with a Ph.D. in psychology can also join schools and universities to work as a counsellor to students.

Ph.D. in psychology is a degree with a plethora of career opportunities in terms of further education as well as job options. After completing a Ph.D. in psychology, candidates can start working as a scientist or research analyst in a research firm.

Candidates can also choose to work as medical psychologists and have their clinics. Another option is to pursue higher education such as a postdoctoral degree. Graduates with Ph.D. in psychology can also start working as a counsellor in schools and colleges.

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Ph.D. in psychology is one of the most sought-after degree programs in the field of medical and healthcare systems. After completing their Ph.D. in psychology, candidates have the option to either start their medical facility or work as a counsellor in schools, universities, and NGOs.

The salary after completing a Ph.D. in psychology is variable and depends on the skills, knowledge, and job profiles of a candidate. On average, the salary after completing the Ph.D Psychology course is Rs. 3.7 LPA for a Psychologist. After gaining some experience in the field of Psychology, the salary of the graduates will also increase.

Many institutes offer PhD Psychology courses, the admission is based on either an entrance exam or direct admission. Candidates must follow the admission procedure carefully and meet certain eligibility requirements before applying for the admission. Mentioned below are the top colleges in India offering Ph.D Psychology courses.

Several private institutes offer Ph.D Psychology courses, admission to these institutes is based either on the entrance exam or direct admission based on merit score. Private institutes are slightly more expensive than government institutes, but these colleges are known to provide quality education along with state-of-the-art facilities.

Many government institutes in India offer Ph.D. in Psychology degree programmes, students must have a postgraduate degree in psychology or a related discipline to be eligible for admissions. Government institutes offer the courses at slightly cheaper rates than private colleges offering the same course.

Ph.D Psychology is a doctoral course in the field of Psychology, the course provide in-depth information to the students on the practical as well as the theoretical aspects of Psychology. Candidates interested in pursuing the course are advised to meet the eligibility criteria before applying for the admission procedure.

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PhD in Psychology is a degree which deals with the clinical psychology of humans or different species.

PhD in psychology is a doctoral degree programme generally completed in an ideal time of 3 years or more depending on the individual.

Graduates from a master’s degree in psychology from a recognised institute are eligible to pursue PhD in psychology.

The admission is entrance based and national level counselling is conducted to confirm the admission.

For a rough estimate of the average fee structure in PhD in psychology courses, it must be between Rs. 59,550 to Rs. 3.65 Lakhs for the entire course.

On average, the average salary of a Psychologist in India is Rs. 3.7 LPA.

Scientist, Psychologist, Psychiatrist, Research associate are some of the popular job profiles after completing a PhD in psychology.

AajiCare Home Health Services Pvt. Ltd, Inception rehab, Zeeboombaa Manpower, Sahayam, Varta Health are some of the top recruiters of PhD in psychology graduates.

The scope of PhD in psychology is quite huge in the medical sector. There are ample job opportunities available for candidates after completion of PhD in psychology.

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For PhD, a college asks for 55% in Master's only. They don't necessarily look into your 12th and 10th marks card. However, they do take a look into your BA marks and how well you performed. That's not a criterion but it helps them understand your knowledge level and research IQ. MA percentage is just a qualifying criterion, you have to go through a rigorous panel of interviews in order to get admitted into a good college for PhD.

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Yes, definitely it is available. If you are applying for PhD in a college, try and ask them if they have any position of Asst Professor vacant, because in that way you can work in the institute as an asst prof and also do your PhD.  Although try to finish your PhD as soon as possible beacuse it so happpens in part-time PhDs that people take their Day jobs more seriously than their PhD and drag it for 8-9 years and in doing so, they sometimes loose interest in their PhDs.

It's great that you are taking the initiative to pursue your dream of becoming an IAS officer, Bettaswamy. Many working professionals like you crack the UPSC exam every year. Anxiety often stems from dwelling on uncertainties. Instead, focus on what you can control – your daily preparation. Break down your study plan into manageable chunks and celebrate small goals. Challenge negative thoughts with realistic and empowering self-talk. Instead of "what if I fail," tell yourself, "I am putting in the effort to succeed, and I am capable of learning from any outcome." Practice relaxation techniques like meditation, deep breathing, or yoga to calm your mind and reduce stress. Plan your study schedule around your work commitments. Utilize pockets of time for revision and dedicate focused study time during evenings or weekends. Plan your study schedule around your work commitments. Utilize pockets of time for revision and dedicate focused study time during evenings or weekends. Connect with other UPSC aspirants or online forums for motivation and sharing strategies. Consider joining a coaching institute that caters to working professionals. https://competition.careers360.com/exams/upsc-cse I hope it helps!

Earning a Ph.D. in Biotechnology is a great way to delve deeper into the field and contribute to scientific advancements. You typically need a Master's degree in Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, or a closely related field, like biochemistry, microbiology, or genetics. Some programs might consider students with a Bachelor's degree with exceptional research experience. Many universities require you to qualify for entrance exams like CSIR UGC NET (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research National Eligibility Test), DBT JRF (Department of Biotechnology Junior Research Fellowship), GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) with Biotechnology specialization, or university-specific entrance exams. https://www.careers360.com/phd-full-form I hope it helps!

There are many universities which offer PhD program in English. The duration of this program may be between 4-6 years depending on the scholar; if he/she is full time PhD scholar or part time. The fees may range from Rs 10000- Rs Rs 1 lakh.

Some of universities which offer PhD in English are listed below:

• Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi
• Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi
• Jadavpur University, Kolkata
• Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi
• Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore
• Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh

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How PhD students and other academics are fighting the mental-health crisis in science

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On the first day of her class, Annika Martin asks the assembled researchers at the University of Zurich in Switzerland to roll out their yoga mats and stand with their feet spread wide apart. They place their hands on their hips before swinging their torsos down towards the mat and back up again. The pose, called ‘wild goose drinking water’ is from Lu Jong, a foundational practice in Tantrayana Buddhism.

Martin, a health psychologist, can sense that some students are sceptical. They are academics at heart, many of whom have never tried yoga, and registered for Martin’s course to learn how to deal with the stress associated with academic research. Over the course of a semester, she teaches her students about stress and its impact on the body before giving them the tools to help cope with it — from yoga, meditation and progressive muscle relaxation to journalling.

It is one of many initiatives designed to combat the mental-health crisis that is gripping science and academia more broadly. The problems are particularly acute for students and early-career researchers, who are often paid meagre wages, have to uproot their lives every few years and have few long-term job prospects. But senior researchers face immense pressure as well. Many academics also experience harassment, discrimination , bullying and even sexual assault . The end result is that students and academics are much more likely to experience depression and anxiety than is the general population.

But some universities and institutions are starting to fight back in creative ways.

The beginning of a movement

The University of Zurich now offers academics several popular courses on mental health. Beyond Martin’s class, called ‘Mindfulness and Meditation’, one helps students learn how to build resilience and another provides senior researchers with the tools they need to supervise PhD candidates.

The courses are in high demand. “We have way more registrations than we have actual course spots,” says Eric Alms, a programme manager who is responsible for many of the mental-health courses at the University of Zurich. “I’m happy that my courses are so successful. On the other hand, it’s a sign of troubling times when these are the most popular courses.”

Several studies over the past few years have collectively surveyed tens of thousands of researchers and have documented the scope and consequences of science’s mental-health crisis.

In 2020, the biomedical research funder Wellcome in London, surveyed more than 4,000 researchers (mostly in the United Kingdom) and found that 70% felt stressed on the average work day . Specifically, survey respondents said that they felt intense pressure to publish — so much so that they work 50–60 hours per week, or more. And they do so for little pay, without a sense of a secure future. Only 41% of mid-career and 31% of early-career researchers said that they were satisfied with their career prospects in research.

The International Max Planck Research School for Intelligent Systems run bootcamps involving activities such as painting. Credit: Alejandro Posada

A survey designed by Cactus Communications , a science-communication and technology company headquartered in Mumbai, India, analysed the opinions of 13,000 researchers in more than 160 countries in 2020 and found that 37% of scientists experienced discrimination, harassment or bullying in their work environment. This was especially true for researchers from under-represented groups and was the case for 42% of female researchers, 45% of homosexual researchers and 60% of multiracial researchers.

Yet some experts are hopeful that there is change afoot. As well as the University of Zurich, several other institutions have started to offer courses on mental health. Imperial College London, for example, conducts more than two dozen courses, workshops and short webinars on topics as diverse as menstrual health and seasonal depression. Most of these have been running for at least five years, but several were developed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. “At that time, the true dimension of the mental-health crisis in science was unveiled and potentially exacerbated by the lockdowns,” says Ines Perpetuo, a research-development consultant for postdocs and fellows at Imperial College London.

Desiree Dickerson, a clinical psychologist with a PhD in neuroscience who leads workshops at the University of Zurich, Imperial College London and other institutes around the world, says she has a heavier workload than ever before. “Before COVID, this kind of stuff wasn’t really in the spotlight,” she says. “Now it feels like it is gaining a solid foothold — that we are moving in the right direction.”

A mental-health crisis is gripping science — toxic research culture is to blame

Some of this change has been initiated by graduate students and postdocs. When Yaniv Yacoby was a graduate student in computer science at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, for example, he designed a course to teach the “hidden curriculum of the PhD”. The goal was to help students to learn how to succeed in science (often by breaking down preconceived ideas), while creating an inclusive and supportive community. An adapted form of that course is now offered by both Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, and the University of Washington in Seattle. And Yacoby has worked with other universities to develop single-session workshops to jump-start mental-health advocacy and normalize conversations about it in academia.

Similarly, Jessica Noviello, a planetary scientist at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland, built a workshop series designed to target a key stressor for academics’ mental health: job insecurity, or specifically, the ability to find a job that aligns with career plans and life goals. She argues that most advisers lack experience outside academia, “making it hard for them to advise students about other career options”, and most institutes don’t have the resources to bring in outside speakers. Yet it is a key issue. The 2020 Wellcome survey found that nearly half of the respondents who had left research reported difficulty in finding a job.

So Noviello established the Professional Advancement Workshop Series (PAWS) in August 2021. The programme has run workshops and panel discussions about careers at national laboratories and in science journalism and media communications, science policy, data science, NASA management and more. And it has hosted two sessions on mental-health topics. “PAWS isn’t a programme that specifically set out to improve mental health in the sciences, but by building a community and having conversations with each other, the experts, and ourselves, I think we are giving ourselves tools to make choices that benefit us, and that is where mental health begins,” Noviello says.

Beyond the classroom

Although these courses and workshops mark a welcome change, say researchers, many wonder whether they are enough.

Melanie Anne-Atkins, a clinical psychologist and the associate director of student experience at the University of Guelph in Canada, who gives talks on mental health at various universities, says that she rarely sees universities follow through after her workshops. “People are moved to tears,” she says. “But priorities happen afterward. And even though they made a plan, it never rises to that. Because dollars will always come first.”

David Trang, a planetary geologist based in Honolulu, Hawaii, at the Space Science Institute, is currently working towards a licence in mental-health counselling to promote a healthier work environment in the sciences. He agrees with Anne-Atkins — arguing that even individual researchers have little incentive to make broad changes. “Caring about mental health, caring about diversity, equity and inclusion is not going to help scientists with their progress in science,” he says. Although they might worry about these matters tremendously, Trang argues, mental-health efforts won’t help scientists to win a grant or receive tenure. “At the end of the day, they have to care about their own survival in science.”

Still, others argue that these workshops are a natural and crucial first step — that people need to de-stigmatize these topics before moving forward. “It is quite a big challenge,” Perpetuo says. “But you have to understand what’s under your control. You can control your well-being, your reactions to things and you can influence what’s around you.”

PhD students compete in a team-building relay race at a bootcamp run by the International Max Planck Research School for Intelligent Systems. Credit: Alejandro Posada

That is especially pertinent to the typical scientist who tends to see their work as a calling and not just a job, argues Nina Effenberger, who is studying computer science at the University of Tübingen in Germany. The Wellcome survey found that scientists are often driven by their own passion — making failure deeply personal. But a solid mental-health toolkit (one that includes the skills taught in many of the new workshops) will help them to separate their work from their identity and understand that a grant denial or a paper rejection is not the end of their career. Nor should it have any bearing on their self-worth, Effenberger argues. It is simply a part of a career in science.

Moreover, Dickerson argues that although systemic change is necessary, individuals will drive much of that change. “My sense is that if I can empower the individual, then that individual can also push back,” she says.

Many researchers are starting to do just that through efforts aimed at improving working conditions for early-career researchers, an area of widespread concern. The Cactus survey found that 38% of researchers were dissatisfied with their financial situation. And another survey of 3,500 graduate students by the US National Science Foundation in 2020 (see go.nature.com/3xbokbk) found that more than one-quarter of the respondents experienced food insecurity, housing insecurity or both.

In the United States, efforts to organize unions have won salary increases and other benefits, such as childcare assistance, at the University of California in 2022, Columbia University in New York City in 2023 and the University of Washington in 2023. These wins are part of a surge in union formation. Last year alone, 26 unions representing nearly 50,000 graduate students, postdocs and researchers, formed in the United States.

There has also been collective action in other countries. In 2022, for example, Effenberger and her colleagues surveyed graduate students about their finances, and ultimately won an increase in pay at the International Max Planck Research School for Intelligent Systems (IMPRS-IS), an interdisciplinary doctoral programme within the Max Planck Society in Munich, Germany.

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Union drives are only part of the changes that are happening beyond the classroom. In the past few years, Imperial College London has revamped its common rooms, lecture halls and other spaces to create more places in which students can congregate. “If they have a space where they can go and chat, it is more conducive to research conversations and even just personal connection, which is one of the key aspects of fostering mental health,” Perpetuo says. Imperial also introduced both one-day and three-day voluntary retreats for postdocs and fellows to build personal relationships.

The IMPRS-IS similarly runs ‘bootcamps’ or retreats for many of its doctoral students and faculty members. Dickerson spoke at the one last year. The programme also mandates annual check-ins at which students can discuss group dynamics and raise any issues with staff. It has initiated thesis advisory committees so that no single academic supervisor has too much power over a student. And it plans to survey its students’ mental health twice a year for the next three years to probe the mental health of the institute. The institute has even set various mental-health goals, such as high job satisfaction among PhD students regardless of gender.

Dickerson applauds this change. “One of the biggest problems that I see is a fear of measuring the problem,” she says. “Many don’t want to ask the questions and I think those that do should be championed because I think without measuring it, we can’t show that we are actually changing anything.”

She hopes that other universities will follow suit and provide researchers with the resources that they need to improve conditions. Last year, for example, Trang surveyed the planetary-science community and found that imposter syndrome and feeling unappreciated were large issues — giving him a focus for many future workshops. “We’re moving slowly to make changes,” he says. “But I’m glad we are finally turning the corner from ‘if there is a problem’ to ‘let’s start solving the problem.’”

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In the Human Development & Psychology (HDP) graduate division, students explore the situations and processes that promote learning and development in a variety of social contexts for individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds. The program is designed for students interested in human learning and development to improve educational practices. The HDP Division offers two Ph.D. programs — the Ph.D. in Education and the Ph.D. in Special Education — and one M.A. in Education program. The Joint Doctoral Program in Special Education is offered with the California State University, Los Angeles.

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The Division of HDP is committed to understanding individual differences and bettering the lives of children, adolescents, and their families from under-served and under-resourced communities, and those who are under-represented in the scientific literature.

HDP faculty and students employ a variety of research designs and methodological approaches. Faculty expertise includes qualitative (e.g., clinical structured interviews), quantitative (e.g., survey research methods), and mixed methods approaches, as well as randomized experimental designs, and longitudinal and intervention studies. The program has served as a model for training in applied research and the application of research to real-life settings.

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The goal of the HDP program is to study the nature and course of human development, in context, to inform practices and policies that affect the welfare of children. Topical Areas of Study Include:

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The M.A. Program in HDP is typically a full-time, one-year program. You should plan to be enrolled in the equivalent of at least three 4-unit classes for all quarters. Most courses are offered during the day. University regulations are that the M.A. must be completed within 7 quarters (two and one-third years), but students in our division rarely take that long. As a student in the M.A. Program, you must take at least nine 4-unit courses. About half are required courses and half are courses selected to fulfill various required types. Consult with your advisor in order to choose courses that best support your academic plan and goals.

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The Ph.D. program is a full-time program. You should plan to be enrolled in the equivalent of at least three 4-unit classes every quarter and to be on campus almost every day. Many of the formal courses you will take are during the day, as are most colloquia, research group (RAC) meetings, and research work. You will gain valuable experience and learn much from the time you spend outside of courses with faculty and students conducting research, writing papers, and working in formal and informal educational settings. Typically, you should expect to finish your degree in four to six years. University regulations require that the Ph.D. be completed within 21 quarters (seven years), but students in our division normally do not take that long. As faculty, we are committed to helping you finish in a reasonable time-to-degree of four to six years.

Joint Doctoral Ph.D. Program in Special Education

If you are in the Joint Doctoral Ph.D. Program in Special Education, your general experiences and timetable will be similar to those of students in the HDP Ph.D. program. Like the HDP doctoral program, the Joint Doctoral Ph.D. program is full-time. The time periods within which you can and must complete the Joint Doctoral Ph.D. degree are also about the same as those for the HDP Ph.D. program with the main difference that you take your initial year of courses at California State University, Los Angeles and then complete course requirements at UCLA. Having the first year of courses at California State University, Los Angeles will not extend the length of your Ph.D. program.

The Joint Doctoral Program is DISTINCT from the HDP Ph.D. in the following ways: You will have a slightly different timeline as you will take your first year of courses at California State University, Los Angeles. You must complete a minimum of six courses at California State University, Los Angeles. You will be required to take three fewer quarters of colloquium. You will have NO publication requirement. You are required to have five rather than four dissertation committee members.

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His lab is called the sport and exercise psychophysiology lab. While conducting labs, Dr. Olson and others perform advanced neuroimaging and brain sensors to measure electrical activity in the brain. Then they relate that back to certain behaviors, especially related to health, obesity, depression, and concussion research.

“[As a] former athlete involved in kinesiology, I do like to kind of reincorporate that or keep that in my research, and so concussion work's been pretty fulfilling.  It's just a cool population to work with,” Olson said. “And not only are we assessing things like what are differences between people with concussions versus people without, but also understanding of sub concussive blows to the head can also affect your brain.”

This degree gives access to experienced professors with an in-depth understanding of this field. One of those being Dr. Vingren, who describes this degree as a two track system, with a common core that specializes electives for each of the two tracks. They use an apprenticeship model where you work closely with an adviser from day one to until you're done. They have students sit in their classes, and then at the end, they figure out who you're going to work with. 

“[There’s a] focus area on addressing health disparities across a variety of populations, but that's really what we do,” Vingren said. “We have people that work across a variety of settings from renal disease to liver disease to alcohol, obesity, nutrition, performance, psychology. There's sports psychology [and] health psychology, looking at brain activity.”  

The degree is growing, providing space for students to flourish in their desired fields.  They continue to expand their faculty that’s coming in as they help mentor new students. At the same time, they’re not looking for a lot of students because the degree is very selective as they look for students who have an adviser. 

“It prepares you to be sort of like a faculty member somewhere. It also prepares people that want to go into industry. Depending on what area you're in, it could either be going into the biomedical industry and government too,” Vingren said. “There's a lot of jobs in this government within the broader area of health. The degree has a big focus on health.”

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UWG's M.A. in Psychology program encourages the integration of deep experiential self-reflection with Humanistic theories and human science methodologies.

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• 36 credit hours
• Two required courses and the rest electives on your choice
• Full-time or part-time enrollment, almost exclusively face-to-face
• Available assistantships and waivers for out-of-state tuition
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a unique and vibrant program

With roots in humanistic psychology, our program helps students develop a finer conceptual understanding of the general field with a concentration on human science psychologies. Our integrative approach emphasizes:

• Historical and theoretical foundations
• Experiential dimensions and applications
• Incorporating phenomenological, critical, depth, and community perspectives
• Conceptually-informed self reflection and person growth with a close community of diverse students and faculty

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The M.A. in Psychology prepares you to bring a humanistic approach to a wide array of career paths, such as healthcare and wellness, non-profit and community organizations, social advocacy, and human resources. We also offer pathways in subject-area specialties, including pre-clinical and pre-doctoral concentrations for students interested in becoming mental health therapists or pursuing a Ph.D.

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In our monthly graduate symposium, students have the opportunity to present original research projects at any stage of development, from proposals to complete conference papers, and receive feedback from dedicated faculty and supportive peers.

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Honoring our roots in Humanistic Psychology, our M.A. program allows students to develop a finer conceptual understanding of the field of psychology in general, and of human science psychologies in particular. We strive to engage M.A. students in a process of self-reflection and personal growth with consequent implications for life and vocation.

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