Psychobiology is in the forefront of current research and thinking in the fields of psychology and biology, exploring the links between the mind and the body. It is a rigorous but rewarding program, which includes courses in anatomy and physiology, cell-cell interaction, research methods and statistics, experimental psychology and physiological psychology. To provide concentrators with a firm base of knowledge in both disciplines of psychology and biology. To prepare students for positions in research in the behavioral, pharmacological, paramedical and medical sciences. Back to top Psychology Majors in psychology have several options.
All majors take a common core of courses, including both experimental and applied areas.
Recent graduates in psychology have gone on to study in the areas of cliical and counseling psychology as well as family therapy, social work and law. Graduating students have found jobs in psychiatric hospitals, community mental health centers, schools and business. To enable students to recognize and respect the diversity of human behavior and experience. To foster the development of scientific thinking about behavior and mental processes. To help students appreciate the ethical practice of psychology in all arenas.