Psychology is the science of the behavior of living organisms, especially human beings.
The study of psychology is an introduction to the empirical and scientific investigation of who and what we are. This major is recommended for students planning careers in organizational settings in the public or private domain, focusing on personnel, industrial training, urban planning, information systems, or pure and applied research. It also includes careers in community settings focusing on the juvenile justice system, adult probation and parole, recreation, and educational or clinical services to children, adolescents, the aged and handicapped. Master of Arts The Master of Arts program in Psychology offers concentrations in both Clinical Psychology and Applied Research. The Clinical Psychology concentration is aimed at training students in the assessment and treatment of mental disorders, through individual, family, and group therapies.