Psychology

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE OR ARTS

Interested in how we think, feel, and act? The Psychology program at Stevenson can help you develop a detailed and science-based understanding of human behavior, preparing you to make a positive impact on the lives of others. From experiential learning and service learning to field placements, internships, and research, you can explore your interests while gaining valuable real-world experience.

All Psychology students engage in a dedicated and ongoing Professional Development Sequence beginning day one. By combining our curriculum with highly personalized academic advising, skills training, and career advising, we will help you become a competitive candidate for jobs and graduate programs.

Want to go the extra mile? Our Bachelor’s to Master’s Option allows you to graduate with a master’s in as little as five years.

Key program components:

• Studying the content of psychology’s major subdisciplines, including their associated theories, research methodologies, and scientific findings. Students learn how an individual’s genetic background, physical state, background, physical state, cognitive and socioemotional processes, and cultural environment affect their behavior.
• Understanding the role science plays in psychology, including providing students with opportunities to design and participate in research.
• Learning about psychological disorders and the clinical application of psychology. Students develop the knowledge and skills to help others solve personal problems, develop professional opportunities, and lead richer, fuller lives.
• Identifying career goals and planning a career path to achieve those goals. Students will learn professional ethics and acquire the essential intellectual, interpersonal, and technical skills to obtain employment in the field or to pursue graduate studies.

Graduates of the Psychology program will:

• Think critically about major theories, concepts, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology.
• Conducting research by choosing appropriate research designs and statistical analyses, interpreting and communicating research results, and applying ethical standards.
• Helping others by using psychological knowledge, counseling theory and skills, and ethical standards.
• Analyzing how sociocultural differences affect their personal and professional interactions.
• Planning and pursue their ongoing career and/or professional development.