Graduate Psychology Programs
Joe on February 17th, 2011 | Filed under Education
Students of psychology used to spend a good portion of their time on theoretical questions. They would have intense debates on the relative merits of different schools of thought, fiercely defending the subfield of their choice. They sought out thesis advisers and mentors who advanced that specific field and could help them master the appropriate theories. It was a heady time for academic discourse.
The field has shifted radically over the last few decades. Theoretical psychology is still important to those heading into academic roles, such as teachers and professors, but applied psychology has now moved to the forefront. A large segment of graduate students are pursuing degrees in the various subfields of applied psychology. They are doing so both out of a genuine interest in the applications of psychological knowledge and because those applications are readily translated into actual jobs.
There’s no question that students enrolled in industrial organizational psychology graduate programs are hoping to find jobs that put their special knowledge and skills into practice. Their coursework will allow them to focus on specific areas of industrial behavior, from consumer psychology to workplace diversity that will make them valuable employees. The same goes for students earning graduate degrees in clinical psychology, forensic psychology, and other applied fields.
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