Why
do research in psychology?
Conducting research develops
your ability to pose good questions, think logically, problem solve,
and work on a team: abilities highly valued by employers. Collaborating
on research also enables you to work closely with a faculty member,
who can put your particular talents to best use (and write those
all important letters of recommendation!). With our apprenticeship
model of research, the specific tasks you will work on will be commensurate
with your current level of experience and knowledge.
If you are interested
in applying to Ph.D. programs in Psychology, research experience
is mandatory. Most programs are highly competitive, and nearly all
of your competition will have had research experience of some sort.
And yes, research can
be FUN! It's all about making new discoveries, about finding answers
to questions that puzzle you. Best of all, you can take advantage
of opportunities to present your research at regional, national,
or international conferences. There's no better way to make contact
with professors and other students who share your interests.
At Avila, we use an apprenticeship
model of research, so you will be engaging in tasks that are appropriate
for your current level of knowledge and ability; you will then be
"scaffolded" as you progress through your research training.
As an undergraduate or master's level student, you will learn to
do research from professors who do research. |