Two advanced psychology students study to determine how children develop social skills.
Psychology majors are interested in how humans and animals think, feel, and act. The 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 UNIVERSITY PSYCHOLOGY MAJOR HAS FOUR COMPONENTS:
1. FOCUS ON A BROAD KNOWLEDGE BASE IN PSYCHOLOGY 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. Psychology 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 individuals 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 or to attend graduate school.
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