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Doctoral Program in Psychology

Doctoral Program in Psychology

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This program offers three different courses: Perceptual and Cognitive Psychology, Educational and Developmental Psychology, and Social Psychology. This three-year curriculum is based on the knowledge and skills that students gained from M.A. level trainings. This program is designed to equip its graduates with necessary conceptual, methodological, and teaching skills for careers in academic and practical settings. We work in co-operation in the areas of psychology with Doctoral Program in Human Care Science, Doctoral Program in Kansei, Behavioral and Brain Sciences, and Doctoral Program in Lifespan Developmental Sciences. On completion, we offer a doctoral degree in psychology or research.

Educational Policy

This three-year curriculum is based on the knowledge and skills that students gained from M.A. level trainings. This program is designed to equip its graduates with necessary conceptual, methodological, and teaching skills for careers in academic and practical settings.

Curriculum

  • [First Year]
  • Laboratory Training in Psychology I
  • Presentation and Joint Supervision on Research Plan for Doctor Thesis

  • [First Year and after]
  • Laboratory Training in Psychology II
  • Advanced Lectures related with Psychology
  • Advanced Seminars (Supervision on Writing Doctor Thesis)

  • [Third Year and after]
  • Preliminary Examination of Doctor Thesis (Presentation and Joint Supervision)

Type of degree

Ph D. in Psychology