Cognitive, developmental, and social processes are emphasized in the M.A. Program in General Psychology at the University of Dayton. The program is designed to prepare students for doctoral work by providing training through research and basic courses in cognitive, developmental, and social psychology. It is also possible to develop knowledge in other areas of psychology and/or an interdisciplinary program in consultation with the student's advisor. Graduates of the program have also found psychology-related employment in a variety of research and applied settings.
The curriculum establishes a solid methodological background through a two-semester sequence in experimental design and statistics. An introduction to most of the subareas of psychology is provided in the History and Systems course, which contributes to general psychological knowledge, or breadth. A multi-course concentration in Cognitive Psychology, Developmental Psychology, and Social Psychology is taken to develop depth of knowledge. Elective hours allow for greater depth or breadth within psychology, or exposure to interdisciplinary interests in computer science, education, business, engineering, communication, or biology. Collaborative research is strongly recommended, beginning with a first-year research project developed in conjunction with a faculty advisor.

The faculty of the General Psychology Program conduct research devoted to understanding reading, perceptual and cognitive processing, group interaction, social interaction, and the effects of television. There are ample microcomputers, videotaping facilities, and sound-isolated observation rooms with intercoms available.

Dr. Charles E. Kimble
Director, General Psychology M.A. Program
Department of Psychology
University of Dayton
Dayton, OH 45469-1430
Telephone: (937) 229-2167
Fax: (937) 229-3900
e-mail: charles.kimble@notes.udayton.edu

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