Department of Psychological Science Academic Distinction Statement

In the Department of Psychological Science, our accomplished faculty guide students in the study of behavior and mental processes through a comprehensive program that promotes scientific thinking and cultivates transferable skills that lead to meaningful careers. Committed to rigorous scholarly activity and evidence-based teaching, we develop students as global citizens, competent interns, peer educators, skilled researchers, and confident leaders who are well-prepared for the next stages of their personal and professional journeys.

Programs

We offer a a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and Psychology Minor, with in-person, hybrid, and online course offerings available. 

 

 

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What is Psychology?

Psychology is the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. It is a wide-ranging discipline that includes many sub-fields of study, including, but not limited to health, forensics, clinical and counseling, social behavior, neuroscience, human development, and educational psychology.

 

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What Courses are Part of the Psychology Major?

Courses in human development, research methods and statistics, personality and social psychology, biological bases, and learning and cognition provide our students with broad foundational knowledge and skills in the field of psychology. Students then select more specialized courses such as Industrial-Organization Psychology, Psychopathology, Forensic Psychology, Cross-Cultural Psychology, Health Psychology, Child Psychology, and more based on their interests and career goals. As part of their coursework, students are also exposed to the many career opportunities available in the field and form interconnections across their coursework via a senior capstone experience. For more information on specific psychology courses, visit the . 

 

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What Can Students Do with a Psychology Major?

Our psychology majors complete a rigorous curriculum that promotes scientific thinking, academic excellence, and transferable skills essential for personal growth and for attaining careers in competitive job markets and admission to top-tier graduate programs.   
 
A psychology degree from ÁñÁ«»ÆÊÓƵ prepares students for a variety of psychology careers. Our psychology alumni can be found working in numerous fields and industries including mental health, education, medicine and health services, human resources, business, sales, and more!  

 

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