Data and Research
In this area of specialization/minor, students are taught to critically analyze existing societal problems, generate and test the efficacy of various solutions using data management and analysis techniques. With an emphasis on research designed to promote human flourishing, this concentration equips students with the skills to assess well-being, equity, and social impact using empirical methods. It prepares students for a variety of careers and graduate study programs, including educational effectiveness, user-experience research, public policy analysis, community development, and program evaluation.
Data and Research Certificate Requirements
Data and Research Certificate
| PSYC-101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC-249 | Fundamentals of Data Management | 3 |
| PSYC-305 | Psychometric Theory & Practice | 3 |
| PSYC-445 | Research Practicum in Psych | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12 |
Data and Research Minor Requirements
Data and Research Minor Required Courses
| PSYC-101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC-249 | Fundamentals of Data Management | 3 |
| PSYC-305 | Psychometric Theory & Practice | 3 |
| PSYC-445 | Research Practicum in Psych | 3 |
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| Any PSYC course | |
Developmental Psychology Elective
Take one of the following courses:
Total Credit Hours: 18