I have heard that doing an Independent Study and getting research experience is very important for a Psychology major, but how exactly does an undergraduate go about finding these opportunities?
You are absolutely right that gaining research experience is a very important part of a Psychology major. In addition to the required research methods course, undergraduates can acquire research experience through Independent Study (PSY 191, 192, 193, 194) and/or by taking a Research Practicum (PSY 103). Some students also gain research experience through working as paid research assistants or volunteering to work on professors’ projects or in professors’ labs. There are a number of such opportunities posted on the Bulletin Board across from the Undergraduate Psychology office, Room 242 Soc/Psych.
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