Psychology

Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Arts

Psychology is a major for students who are interested in how humans and animals think, feel, and act. Our program helps students develop a scientifically based understanding of behavior and mental processes. Graduates emerge with the tools and knowledge to succeed in the career path of their choice.

The Stevenson Psychology major has four components:

  1. Subdisciplines within Psychology
    By studying these subdisciplines, students learn how a person's behavior is affected by his or her genetic background, biology, cognitive development, socioemotional development, and social and cultural environments.
  2. Research
    Psychology is a science. Majors evaluate and utilize scientific research to broaden their understanding of how humans develop and behave.
  3. Clinical Application of Psychology
    Students learn about psychological disorders and begin developing the skills needed to help others solve personal problems, cope with mental illness, and lead richer, fuller lives.
  4. Professional Development
    Throughout their years at SU, Psychology majors explore their interests in the classroom and the field, identify their career goals, and acquire knowledge that is essential to the discipline. Students develop the intellectual, interpersonal, and technical skills to obtain employment in many occupations, and to attend graduate school.
 
Faces and Places of Villa Julie College

Traci Leach
Psychology

"One of my favorite courses within the major was Research Methods. It was a difficult class, but the course content really tested our knowledge and our intellectual capability. Also, instead of simply learning about research, we actually developed and administered a study of our own."
 
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Program objectives
Psychology student
 
 
 
  Did you know?
It's possible to combine psychology courses with courses from another major. Our Interdisciplinary Studies program enables you to tailor your course of study based on your academic interests.

 

 
Related Fields:

Clinical Psychology
Human Services
Occupational Therapy
Education
Research Psychology

What can you do with this degree?

Bachelor's degree students begin careers in a variety fields including research, human services, public relations, and education. Many students go on to pursue master's and doctoral degrees in areas such as Clinical Psychology, School Psychology, Counseling Psychology, and Social Work.