PhD vs PsyD research

[Psy01]

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I've looked at various course sequences for both PhD and PsyD programs, and they look quite similar in terms of how many research and stat courses are required. But I wonder about research work done that is not in specific, dedicated courses. I am aware that in PhD programs, students do research work in addition to what is required within their courses. But is this required at PsyD programs as well (I'm talking about reputable ones, like Rutgers, Baylor, etc.)?


Also, where do the so-called "balanced" PhD programs stand regarding this kind of thing? How would they be compared to clinical science programs in terms of how much research is required? (I understand that clinical science programs have a much heavier emphasis on research. What I'm wondering is how the respective emphases of "balanced" vs clinical science programs actually play out.)

 

[Anthockey00]

Intriguing questions. I am in my 3rd year at a Psy.D. program in Chicago, which I very much like. To your question, I can offer that research outside of our dissertation is not required, but is highly recommended. The high recommendation is delivered in much more than a pamphlet or the student handbook. Rather, every core faculty member is required to be engaged in scholarly work outside of their academic responsibilities. Therefore, I feel that we are continuously exposed to research opportunities. For example, myself and six other peers engaged in neuropsychiatric research using quantitative electroencephalogram, published and presented at an international conference in Croatia.

While I don't think I've answered the technical aspect of your post, I do believe the "research" debate between Psy.D. and Ph.D. has personal motivation as a major factor. A university setting, or more "prestigious" one may guarantee a potential student an assumed abundance of research opportunities. However, there are many notable researchers and opportunities at many other programs. One just has to find them and seize the opportunities bound to be available at any program.

Good topic!

 

[justme08]

I'm currently an RA in what I think many would consider a balanced PhD program. The grad students I'm working with seem to do a pretty good amount of research outside of their own projects. I think that's why fit is so stressed, because some of the data that is garnered for these professor projects they can still incorporate into their own projects if they want.