A recent focus on neural aspects of various cognitive processes, with students studying jointly in experimental and clinical neuropsychology, as well as taking advantage of Michigan's impressive neuroimaging facilities, has been emphasized. The activities and requirements of the Cognition and Perception program are designed primarily to develop the student's competence as a researcher. They also aim to enhance the teaching, communication, and administrative skills the student will need in his or her professional career. Developmental Psychology Training in Developmental Psychology at Michigan emphasizes instruction in the fundamental facts and theories of developmental psychology and the creation and conduct of research. There is a broad spectrum of research activity represented.
Extensive facilities are available for use by students and faculty in the developmental area.
The computer facilities at the University of Michigan are excellent. Children are also available for research in schools and early childhood centers in Ann Arbor and neighboring communities. Institutions for retarded, disturbed, and delinquent children and adolescents within short driving distances from Ann Arbor have been receptive to research studies. Organizational Psychology Organizational Psychology at Michigan focuses on how persons and organizations are related and on how social and behavioral science can be made useful. The primary objective of this area is to prepare doctoral students for careers in research and teaching, although some students pursue careers in business and professional settings.