PSYCHOLOGY SENIOR CAPSTONE/SENIOR PROJECT

(PSYC 470)

GENERAL INFORMATION:

 The Senior Capstone experience is a 2-semester small seminar class in which students solidify knowledge in the field of psychology, develop a theoretical paper and research proposal within a theme selected by the seminar instructor, and explore the ways in which a psychology degree creates a foundation for future careers.  PSYC390, Quantitative Research Methods is a very strict prerequisite for the Senior Capstone.

Empirical research projects and community placement options for the capstone require prior planning with a faculty member and an application to the department. Some students choose to pair the small seminar with a hands-on experience through the Career Center’s Internship program that allows students to earn Psychology Elective Credit through volunteer work at a local organization. 

Click here for information about the Empirical Research and Community Placement Options.

 At least one month prior to the registration date for your first semester of PSYC 470, submit this interest and information form.  After you submit your interest form, you will be registered automatically by the department.  If you have submitted an interest form and do not see PSYC 470 on your registration 1 month after registration has begun, please contact department chair Angela Hicks (ahicks@westminstercollege.edu).