Is psychology the field for you? Psychology graduates work in a variety of settings. Students who earn a B.S. in psychology work in schools, government, business, health and mental health care agencies, and in Christian ministry. Others earn an M.S. at Evangel University or pursue a Ph.D. at other Universities. Our graduates have gone on to schools of law and medicine as well as seminary.
The field of psychology is incredibly diverse. Consider a...
The Department of Psychology introduces students to the content and methods of the science of psychology. Students survey the foundations of the field, learn about statistics and experimental design, and have an opportunity to pursue specific interests through upper-level seminars, applied internships, and supervised and independent research.
If you are interested in the content and methods of the science of psychology and a career in a psychology...
The psychology major has three major objectives: 1. To provide a broad background in the scientific study of human behavior and mental processes.
2. To provide students with a set of core competencies (e.g., research skills, interpersonal skills) useful in a wide variety of careers and in their personal lives. A complete listing of these competencies can be obtained from the psychology department.
3. To prepare those students who seek a professional...
The curriculum and courses, which will serve as preparation for graduate studies required for work in various fields of professional psychology, are designed to help all students develop a scientific understanding of human behavior. They are particularly useful as an undergraduate background for those who will later enter such professions as law, social work, medicine, nursing and teaching, or for those who will move into managerial positions in industry...
OVERVIEW OF THE PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAM Psychology is the science that deals with the study of behavior. The Psychology Program at FSU has been developed to provide a strong foundation of applied and theoretical knowledge for those students anticipating either future graduate training or immediate employment. All General Psychology majors are required to complete a minimum of 40 hours which allows the student to develop a broad knowledge base within...
The Applied Psychology program is a Bachelor of Science degree with a concentration in Industrial/Organizational Psychology. The program focuses on developing the student‘s ability to use the core knowledge and analytical skills of the discipline in order to address practical problems important to local business and industry. This program prepares students to be real life problem solvers in the emerging field of Applied Psychology. Students will learn...
In the Psychology (PY) program we prepare our students for dynamic careers that focus on helping diverse individuals and families at each stage of life to meet the challenges of a changing world. The PY program provide the integration of research based theories, skills, and methods for counseling and psychology with the Christian worldview. With the family”a basic unit of society” and the individual as our subjects, learning is further enhanced by...
Psychology is the ongoing study of the mind and human behavior. The curriculum encompasses a broad base and is organized around four distinct areas of study: developmental, experimental, neuroscience, and applied psychology. The goal of the curriculum is to prepare the student for entry into the professional world of psychology by providing the prerequisite background to enter graduate or professional schools; or to pursue careers in mental health,...
Why Choose Psychology? Psychology, the scientific study of behavior, emotion, and thought, is the second most popular academic major in the United States. This makes sense when one considers the subject matter of psychology: You and those around you. Very few of us will live in a world or have a job that does not involved regular contact with others. Therefore, there is nothing more interesting and important than learning about yourself and the people...
About the program The Psychology major is designed to give students a broad background in the study of behavior and mental processes. The program prepares students for graduate school for careers in which knowledge of human behavior and mental processes is essential. All students gain a basic understanding of behavior and mental processes through required courses in general psychology, learning, and research courses. Their academic experience includes...
The Department of Psychology seeks to develop graduates who are well prepared to proceed to graduate training or to employment. The faculty perceives its responsibility as going beyond instruction, to challenge and to stimulate students, and to develop students' commitment to academic excellence, social responsibility, and professionalism. The ultimate aim is to facilitate acquisition of knowledge and experience on which students may build in order...
Objectives for the Program in Psychological Science The goal of the Psychological Science Program is to educate students in the scientific study of human behavior. The program combines theoretical, methodological, and applied topics enabling students to acquire knowledge and skills that enrich their personal lives and work careers.
The Psychological Science Program is a component of the Behavioral Sciences Department. It serves majors and minors...
Why should I choose the psychology major? If you've always been intrigued by the complex mysteries of human behavior and development”learning, motivation, emotion, memory, judgment, personality, mental disorders, and social interactions ”psychology may be your major. Psychologists build successful careers in a wide variety of settings including medical and health clinics, schools and universities, and even fields as diverse as law, urban planning,...
Psychology in the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science defines itself as a science that focuses on mental processes and cognition, social influences on the individual, and the biological and neural bases of human and animal behavior. The main mission of the faculty in psychology is to prepare students for graduate training and professional work in psychology as well as to provide a sound undergraduate education for students wishing to work in areas...
Students who complete the psychology major will be equipped for the rapidly changing professional world, for teaching in middle or high school, or for graduate study. The psychology major focuses on broad training across a variety of content areas within psychology. Substantive areas to be covered include clinical, social, developmental, cognitive, quantitative, and biological basis of behavior. Students will also receive training in conducting independent...
The bachelor’s programs in psychology provide both a solid basis for graduate training in all areas of psychology, and a liberal arts and sciences education to students planning other careers or professions, such as law or business.
The undergraduate psychology degree programs are designed to allow students to customize their course work to meet their specific interests and needs. Course work within the psychology major includes a 29-hour psychology...
Challenge Your Brain Connections Every second of every day, your brain is busy connecting one idea with another. The psychology programs at Florida Southern are designed to change the ways in which you link those ideas together. At FSC, psychology is not meant to be studied”rather, it‘s intended to be incorporated into your own thought process.
Huh? OK, look at it this way: You‘ll gain a clearer perspective on your life and relationships with other...
Are you intrigued by the way people behave? Ever wonder what makes them tick? Our psychology program might be a great fit for you. Psychology is the study of how humans and animals think, behave and feel. It is a social science that seeks to understand why people do what they do ” through research, experiments and analyzing data.
According to the American Psychological Association‘s definition, psychology embraces all aspects of the human experience...
Courses that develop skill in and understanding of the principles of good reasoning, and take up questions about knowledge, such as whether it can be defined, whether it is one thing in sciences and something different in humanities or in mathematics, and to what extent it is achievable by and desirable for human beings.
The Department of Psychology offers courses that provide a solid foundation in the science of behavior and mental processes. The undergraduate program prepares graduates who can compete effectively in the job market or who can go on to graduate study, if desired. The graduate programs serve essentially the same purposes, but at an advanced level. The Department of Psychology is known for its faculty who are committed to achieving excellence in a number...
The General Education Requirement All students must satisfy a general education requirement consisting of eleven (11) courses outside of the major department. The General Education Goal 9 (Social and Behavioral Sciences) requirement is satisfied through the completion of the Psychology major.
Course Prerequisites Courses may have specified conditions for enrollment, such as prior completion of less advanced courses, permission of the instructor,...
Major The Department of Psychology offers an undergraduate psychology major along with a minor and collateral. The purpose of the undergraduate major is to provide students:
1. with an understanding of psychology as the science of behavior and the mind including the major theories and issues within psychology 2. to emphasize the role of the liberal arts in higher education and personal development
3. to promote an appreciation for the individual...
Why do we do the things we do? Why do we love? Hate? Cry? Laugh? What makes us who we are? What drives us? What makes us brave? What makes us afraid? What wounds us? And why do some wounds never seem to heal? The ’how“ and ’why“ of human behavior is the core of what you‘ll study as a psychology major at Franciscan University.
At Franciscan, you‘ll learn how the human mind works. You‘ll learn how your mind works. You‘ll learn how the body, mind, and...
Psychologists study mind and behavior in humans and non-human animals. They test hypotheses using systematic observations of behavior in experimental, field, computer modeling and self-report settings.
We believe that the best way to communicate this empirical approach is by participating in it, so students learn and apply psychological methods in our courses. Our curriculum addresses current psychological theories that apply to a wide range of phenomena,...
Psychology is the study of human behavior. Its broad relevance allows Psychology majors to pursue careers in many fields or develop deeper expertise through graduate study.
Franklin Pierce University offers a number of specialized undergraduate courses in addition to typical foundational classes in biological, clinical, cognitive, developmental and social psychology. Options for specialized study include such topics as addiction, health, psychology...
Human behavior shapes organizational culture, and all sectors of the economy rely on psychology professionals to employ social and behavioral science applications to strengthen performance.
With a bachelor's degree in Applied Psychology from Franklin University, you can make a positive impact on the development of individuals, teams, and communities.
In your highly interactive on-campus classes, our faculty will teach you to apply positive psychology...
The Psychology and Learning program is constructed primarily to prepare students for graduate study, either in psychology or in related fields such as Social Work and Counseling. The curriculum is designed to meet the requirements of university graduate programs and to meet professional organizational standards.
The graduate should also be able to:
(1) articulate a personal theory of the integration of Christian truth and psychology;
(2) develop...
Walden University's B.S. in Psychology program provides you with a broad understanding of psychology and its relevance in today's society. You will apply psychological theories to current issues in psychology as you gain perspective in three vitally important areas: social awareness, responsibility, and civic engagement; cross-cultural competence; and evidence-based decision-making in an information-rich...
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Keiser University eCampus is the online division of Keiser University, Fort Lauderdale, FL.
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