Department Overview

Engage in the fascinating study of the mind, brain and human behavior. Explore why people act and think the way they do. Through research projects, internships and examination of the work of renowned psychologists throughout the world, you will gain a better understanding of the human mind and how it works.

As a psychology major you’ll experience:

  • A Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of  Science degrees, with options in developmental psychology, mental health, and psychology and law
  • Minors in child development and psychology
  • Coursework in child development, cognitive psychology, personality, psychology of aging, abnormal psychology, community mental health and other topics
  • A diverse and committed faculty with expertise in research and clinical work
  • An Honors Program that allows undergraduates to partner with faculty sponsors to complete original research projects
  • Opportunities to engage in community internships and research activities
  • Preparation for graduate school or a career in health, child development, law and other fields

To earn extra credit for participating in research, please use our new online sign-up system.  To log in, enter the same username you would use to access your student email account.  Your password and username will be the same the first time you log in:  http://plymouth.sona-systems.com

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