This document summarizes the educational and career background of Jerry Zhi, who is currently studying psychology and social work at Griffith University in Brisbane, Australia. It provides details about his experience in community welfare in Melbourne, his future plans to become a clinical psychologist or social worker, and placements in organizations providing services to vulnerable communities. It also outlines the accreditation process and requirements to practice as a psychologist or social worker in Australia.
This document provides information about applying to PhD programs in Psychology. It includes the applicant's background and research experience, the schools they applied to and received offers from, their reasons for pursuing a PhD, and advice from professors on various aspects of the application and interview process. Key points include recommendations to contact potential advisors before applying, the importance of research experience, and tips for interview preparation, questions to ask, and follow up after accepting an offer.
Stanford University has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental impact and become a leader in sustainability. It has established research centers focused on energy and the environment, implemented new construction standards requiring 30% less energy usage, and undertaken major energy efficiency projects in existing buildings. Stanford has also developed a long-term energy and climate plan to transition to renewable energy sources and reduce greenhouse gas emissions over time through continued innovation, infrastructure upgrades, and influencing campus culture.
This document provides an overview and summary of counseling psychology programs, with a focus on the Naropa University program. It discusses things to consider when looking into becoming a counselor such as the type of work, costs and benefits. It outlines the typical components of counseling programs including core classes, licensing requirements, and specializations. The document then provides details on Naropa University's humanistic/existential perspective and transpersonal psychology programs, noting their emphasis on mindfulness, contemplation and facing suffering. It highlights aspects of Naropa's counseling psychology programs and application process.
The document provides information about Michigan State University's psychology department and programs related to cognition, cognitive neuroscience, and vision science. It also details the MSU Neuroimaging of Perception and Attention Laboratory led by Dr. Taosheng Liu that uses fMRI, eye tracking, and psychophysical studies to research attention and perception. Finally, it briefly outlines potential career paths after obtaining a psychology degree such as becoming a post-doc, teaching faculty, research faculty, or working in industry.
This document provides information about the Master of Arts Program in Educational Psychology at the University of Colorado Denver. It outlines the program's career preparation, coursework options, and requirements. It also shares the presenter's experience as an intern at a international school and conducting cross-cultural research. Lastly, it offers advice on choosing between a Master's and PhD program and selecting a university based on location, program strength, and career goals.
This document summarizes the Counseling and Mental Health Services program at the University of Pennsylvania. It provides details about the program structure, courses, faculty, students, scholarships, and challenges. The master's program consists of 5 courses per semester with an 8-hour practicum. In 2010, there were around 40 students in the program, including 9 international students from mainland China, Taiwan, and India. Scholarships range from $8,000 to $4,000 but more opportunities are available in the second year. Practicum and internship experiences can be challenging due to cultural differences.
This document provides an overview of studying psychology and education at the University of Cambridge. It discusses the core courses, research opportunities, assessment methods, and research areas within the faculty. Key points include:
- The core courses cover developmental psychology, individual differences, social psychology, neuroscience, and cognitive psychology. Students also take research seminars and workshops and complete a quantitative research project.
- Assessment includes an empirical research thesis, two essays, a literature review, and a critical evaluation of research methodology.
- The faculty supports research in areas such as teaching strategies for students with learning difficulties, psychological aspects of inclusion, and language development in children.
- Studying abroad provides valuable life experiences beyond academic knowledge and
This document summarizes information about the Cognitive Neuroscience module at University College London (UCL). It provides details about UCL's history and ranking, its cognitive neuroscience programs and facilities. It then outlines the module's curriculum, assessment methods, example research areas and faculty. Application requirements are listed as a GPA over 85, IELTS 7.0, research experience, recommendation letters, personal statement and CV. Advice emphasizes having strong academics, relating research interests to the program, and applying early with patience.
This document summarizes the educational and career background of Jerry Zhi, who is currently studying psychology and social work at Griffith University in Brisbane, Australia. It provides details about his experience in community welfare in Melbourne, his future plans to become a clinical psychologist or social worker, and placements in organizations providing services to vulnerable communities. It also outlines the accreditation process and requirements to practice as a psychologist or social worker in Australia.
This document provides information about applying to PhD programs in Psychology. It includes the applicant's background and research experience, the schools they applied to and received offers from, their reasons for pursuing a PhD, and advice from professors on various aspects of the application and interview process. Key points include recommendations to contact potential advisors before applying, the importance of research experience, and tips for interview preparation, questions to ask, and follow up after accepting an offer.
Stanford University has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental impact and become a leader in sustainability. It has established research centers focused on energy and the environment, implemented new construction standards requiring 30% less energy usage, and undertaken major energy efficiency projects in existing buildings. Stanford has also developed a long-term energy and climate plan to transition to renewable energy sources and reduce greenhouse gas emissions over time through continued innovation, infrastructure upgrades, and influencing campus culture.
This document provides an overview and summary of counseling psychology programs, with a focus on the Naropa University program. It discusses things to consider when looking into becoming a counselor such as the type of work, costs and benefits. It outlines the typical components of counseling programs including core classes, licensing requirements, and specializations. The document then provides details on Naropa University's humanistic/existential perspective and transpersonal psychology programs, noting their emphasis on mindfulness, contemplation and facing suffering. It highlights aspects of Naropa's counseling psychology programs and application process.
The document provides information about Michigan State University's psychology department and programs related to cognition, cognitive neuroscience, and vision science. It also details the MSU Neuroimaging of Perception and Attention Laboratory led by Dr. Taosheng Liu that uses fMRI, eye tracking, and psychophysical studies to research attention and perception. Finally, it briefly outlines potential career paths after obtaining a psychology degree such as becoming a post-doc, teaching faculty, research faculty, or working in industry.
This document provides information about the Master of Arts Program in Educational Psychology at the University of Colorado Denver. It outlines the program's career preparation, coursework options, and requirements. It also shares the presenter's experience as an intern at a international school and conducting cross-cultural research. Lastly, it offers advice on choosing between a Master's and PhD program and selecting a university based on location, program strength, and career goals.
This document summarizes the Counseling and Mental Health Services program at the University of Pennsylvania. It provides details about the program structure, courses, faculty, students, scholarships, and challenges. The master's program consists of 5 courses per semester with an 8-hour practicum. In 2010, there were around 40 students in the program, including 9 international students from mainland China, Taiwan, and India. Scholarships range from $8,000 to $4,000 but more opportunities are available in the second year. Practicum and internship experiences can be challenging due to cultural differences.
This document provides an overview of studying psychology and education at the University of Cambridge. It discusses the core courses, research opportunities, assessment methods, and research areas within the faculty. Key points include:
- The core courses cover developmental psychology, individual differences, social psychology, neuroscience, and cognitive psychology. Students also take research seminars and workshops and complete a quantitative research project.
- Assessment includes an empirical research thesis, two essays, a literature review, and a critical evaluation of research methodology.
- The faculty supports research in areas such as teaching strategies for students with learning difficulties, psychological aspects of inclusion, and language development in children.
- Studying abroad provides valuable life experiences beyond academic knowledge and
This document summarizes information about the Cognitive Neuroscience module at University College London (UCL). It provides details about UCL's history and ranking, its cognitive neuroscience programs and facilities. It then outlines the module's curriculum, assessment methods, example research areas and faculty. Application requirements are listed as a GPA over 85, IELTS 7.0, research experience, recommendation letters, personal statement and CV. Advice emphasizes having strong academics, relating research interests to the program, and applying early with patience.