Honors - Psychology I

Catalog description

The honors thesis in Psychology is intended for the outstanding student, particularly one who intends to pursue graduate studies in the field. Each student conducts a two-semester original empirical [laboratory/field] or theoretical project under the close supervision of a faculty mentor. Prior to registration, the student must write a prospectus that is approved by the proposed mentor, the Department Chair, and the Chair of the Committee on Undergraduate Honors [see www.baruch.cuny.edu/honors for application materials].Applications are due no later than the last day of classes of the preceding semester. Majors may apply three credits of the thesis toward fulfillment of the 25-credit major requirement. Minors may substitute the thesis for the 4000 level capstone course.