Psych 430R Capstone: Research Assistantship

Experience Description:

• Capstone experience in psychological research–laboratory-based, field-based, or otherwise
• Varies depending on the professor and lab you work with
  
  • Can include learning how to use lab equipment like EEGs, gathering data for publication, and drafting manuscripts
• Each student is required to take a 3.0 credit capstone course

Getting Started:

• Complete PSYCH 307 308, 309, 310 and have 90+ credits
• Explore the available lab options, select a few that interest you, and then reach out to the faculty members and see who has an opening using this link: https://psychology.byu.edu/research-areas

Good Fit For:

• Students interested in pursuing graduate school programs or careers in areas such as clinical psychology, counseling, criminal psychology, sports psychology, medicine/dentistry, academia, government or private research labs, or law.

Exit Exam:

• All graduating seniors enrolled in a capstone course are required to take an exit exam through the Psychology Department. This exam is not for a grade and is strictly for departmental purposes. Capstone instructors should inform their students about the exit exam requirement, but if you have any questions contact Student Support Services (1003 KMBL, psychservices@byu.edu, 801-422-5356).