Course Details

Fieldwork in Psychology

 

PSYC1-DC6891
Credit: The Paul McGhee Division

Students in this course work one-on-one with a faculty mentor on a project related to the mentor's ongoing research program in a laboratory, clinical, educational, or other setting. Students develop the skills to conduct independent research and undertake an in-depth study in an area of interest. In addition to their work in the laboratory or field, students conduct a literature review related to their project and write a conference-style paper reporting the results of their research. Students arrange for an appropriate placement by contacting the coordinator of the psychology concentration. Students are required to complete 10 hours per week on their fieldwork for 4 credits (5 hours per week for 2 credits) under the supervision of their mentor and meet regularly with the coordinator.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: 30 credits of coursework, of which at least 10 must be completed at McGhee, including 16 credits in Psychology concentration courses, 3.0 grade point average, no incompletes at the time of registration, and approval of the Psychology program coordinator. Research Methods or other specific coursework may be required for certain fieldwork placements.

Supervised research experience is highly recommended for students considering graduate work or careers in psychology or other mental health or behavioral science fields.

 

To register for this course you must be an admitted student in an NYU credit or degree program or have special student status. Admitted NYU credit or degree students may visit NYUHome to register through ALBERT. To apply to an NYU-SCPS credit or degree program, call (212) 998-7100.