Honours Thesis vs. Honours Project

Honours Thesis

The Thesis involves conducting research under the direct supervision of a faculty member. It typically involves:

•  literature review
• data collection and analysis
•  preparation of a substantial document.

Qualifying B.A. (Honours) students register in PSYC 4908
Qualifying BSc. (Honours) students register in PSYC 4907

The prerequisites for the Thesis (PSYC 4907/4908) are provided on the thesis application form.

In order to register for the Thesis, you must submit an application form to B550 Loeb (deadline information will be communicated by email. Information on all prerequisites is provided on the thesis application form)

PSYC 4907: Thesis for B.Sc. Honours  –  Application

• All prerequisites MUST be met before registration will be permitted.
• Earned a major CGPA of 9.0 (B+) in Psychology if admitted before Fall 2019
• Earned a major CGPA 0f 10.0 (A-) in Psychology if admitted after Fall 2019
• Completed PSYC 3000
• Completed an Honours Seminar
• Fourth-Year Standing (14.0 credits complete)
• Secured a Supervisor

PSYC 4908: Thesis for B.A. Honours –   Application

• All prerequisites MUST be met before registration will be permitted.
• Earned a major CGPA of 10.0 (A-) in Psychology.
• Completed PSYC 3000
• Completed an Honours Seminar
• Fourth-Year Standing (14.0 credits complete)
• Secured a Supervisor

If I am planning on completing a Thesis, how do I find an advisor?

Consider looking for a faculty thesis advisor during the Winter term of your 3rd year; the earlier the better, as each advisor will only have a limited number of spots available. Make sure to browse the departmental research page for information on the various research fields and faculty interests.

Note that a number of faculty have recorded videos about their research. When meeting with potential advisors, make sure to bring a copy of your academic audit.

Honours Thesis Library

If you are a third year student in the honours seminar or a fourth year student registered in an honours thesis, email us at psychology@carleton.ca to get information on how to explore our thesis library for examples of honours theses written by students working in a variety of different research areas.

Honours Project

The Project is a regularly scheduled class (1.0 credit) during which students participate in a variety of active learning exercises.

Students will work closely with each other via writing groups, peer-editing exercises, and other elements consistent with a supportive writing community in order to enhance their:

• writing
• critical reading
• presentation skills.

Students will choose an area of psychological research that is of personal interest and explore that area throughout all assignments.

B.A. (Honours) Project students register in PSYC 4910, while BSc. (Honours) Project students register in PSYC 4909. You do not need to submit an application to gain entrance to the Project course.

The Project course is also available during the Fall-Winter and Summer terms.

The prerequisites for PSYC 4910/4909 (Project) include:

• PSYC 3000
• 4th-year standing (14.0 credits complete)
•  minimum psychology CGPA of 6.0.