Department of Psychology at Illinois State University
Welcome to the Developmental Psychology sequence, Department
of Psychology, at Illinois State University.
The Developmental Psychology sequence provides preparation in lifespan development
using a distinctly ecological and interdisciplinary approach. The curriculum
offers in-depth exposure to developmental theories, methodologies, and applications
within each of the following age sectors: infancy, childhood, adolescence, adulthood,
and aging. The sequence offers a two-year master's degree in Psychology
Students may choose either a predoctoral focus, designed to prepare them for advanced graduate study and academic careers, or an applied focus, designed to prepare them for careers in a diverse array of community
settings that provide human services requiring training in developmental psychology.
On our Web site, you will find a wealth of information about the sequence,
including faculty, students, facilities, course requirements, as well as contact
information so we can answer any additional questions you may have. There is
even an application information page, where you can print out an application.
