Psychology

Do you find yourself trying to “figure out” and help those around you?

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

The Psychology major at Stevenson University helps students develop a detailed, integrated, and science-based understanding of behavior, including mental processes. As a student in this major, you'll learn how to apply this understanding to have a positive impact on the lives of others.

If you are interested in how humans think, feel, and act, our program will help you develop a scientifically based understanding of behavior and mental processes in both humans and animals.

There are four components to the program:

• Clinical application of psychology, where students learn about people with psychological disorders and how to help them
• Research, where students use science to broaden their understanding of behavior and development.
• Experiential learning, which includes field placements and internships.
• Professional development, when students identify career goals and develop the intellectual, interpersonal, and technical skills for obtaining employment or moving on to graduate school

Graduates of the Psychology program will:

• Think critically about major theories, concepts, empirical findings, and historical trends in psychology.
• Conduct research by choosing appropriate research designs and statistical analyses, interpreting and communicating research results, and applying ethical standards.
• Help others by using psychological knowledge, counseling theory and skills, and ethical standards.
• Analyze how sociocultural differences affect personal and professional interactions.
• Plan and pursue ongoing professional development.

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