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Nov 23, 2024
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2021-2022 Graduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]
Psychology-Human Factors Specialization (Ph.D.)
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Admissions Information
Student Learning Outcomes
Each student’s specific program of study will be determined in consultation with the academic advisory committee and the faculty of the Human Factor Program.
Each doctoral student is required to take a comprehensive written examination preliminary to admission to final candidacy for the doctoral degree. This examination covers theory, method and research findings in psychology as well as the field of specialization.
Completion and oral defense of an original dissertation represent the capstone requirements for the degree. Successful completion of the final oral examination is required of all students recommended for the Ph.D. degree in Psychology.
For specific requirements regarding the doctoral programs’ written and oral exams, please contact the Psychology Department .
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Program Overview
USD offers the state’s most comprehensive psychology program with graduate training leading to a Ph.D. degree with specializations in clinical psychology or human factors. Clinical psychologists focus on rural communities, cross-cultural differences with a focus on Native Americans, disaster mental health, first aid, trauma and substance abuse. Human factors professionals explore the interaction of humans and technology, testing the designs of systems, tasks, machines, tools and environments. The clinical psychology program has been fully accredited by APA since 1971. Learn more at usd.edu/psychology.
DELIVERY: On campus
Ph.D. Requirements for Specialization in Human Factors Psychology (84 credit hours)
- Psychology Required Core Coursework 18 credit hours
- Human Factors Specialization core 21 credit hours
- Dissertation 15 credit hours minimum
- Psychology elective courses 30 credit hours
Psychology Required Core Coursework (15 credit hours)
Human Factors Specialization Core (21 credit hours)
Dissertation (15 credit hours minimum)
Psychology Electives* (30 credit hours)
*Transfer students with an approved completed master’s thesis but less than 6 cr of thesis work may count additional electives toward 84 hours.
Application Requirements
- Completed application
- $35 application fee
- Official transcripts*
- Letters of recommendation*
- Admission test scores*
- Statement of purpose
- Resume/CV*
*Requirements for admission vary by program and may require different documentation and have different deadlines. For specific program requirements and submission deadline, visit: catalog.usd.edu.
State Authorization - It Matters Where You Live
If your learning placement course (internship, externship, clinical, rotation, practicum, independent study, study away, etc.) or your online course will be taken outside South Dakota, please reference USD’s State Authorization webpage.
State Authorization
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