What are the independent research courses (APSY 297/297Z, APSY 397/397Z, APSY 497Z)?
The directed and independent research courses (APSY 297/297Z, 397/297Z & 497Z) provide an opportunity to become involved in research with a faculty member. It is highly recommended that you become involved in research if you are planning to go to graduate school in psychology. Without such experience it may be difficult to be admitted into high-quality graduate programs. If you decide to do directed or independent research, you need to choose the area and professor you would like to work with. Meet with the professor and thoroughly discuss the project and what is expected from you before you make any enrollment decisions. The advisement center does not give out permission numbers for these courses, so you have to see the individual professor.