If you are drawn to the scientific study of human behavior in all of its myriad manifestations, you’ll thrive as a psychology major at the University of New Haven. You’ll learn to understand, and arrive at explanations for, a person’s thoughts and emotions. You’ll examine psychology from clinical, cognitive, developmental, personality, physiological, and social perspectives. Your classroom studies will then be brought to life in the laboratory and the clinic as well as in personal settings. You will also choose a concentration: Forensic Psychology: For those interested in law enforcement or in exploring the mind of the criminal or victim. Clinical Psychology: If you have a well-defined career goal in human services. Community and Society: Designed to help students understand how social forces shape their world. General Psychology: If you would like to tailor your curriculum to a specific career in education, business, or industry. In each path, you will: Gain a solid foundation in psychology. Be encouraged to choose a complementary minor, such as sociology, political science, management, or criminal justice. Benefit from small class sizes that seldom exceed 35 students. Participate in academic service-learning projects and internships. Have the opportunity to collaborate with faculty on research projects. Have the chance to study abroad at our Prato, Italy campus or elsewhere in the world. Get involved with the Psychology Club or Psi Chi Honor Society. Program Outcomes: 1. Knowledge Base of Psychology Students will demonstrate familiarity with the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, ethical principles, and historical trends in psychology. 2. Research Methods in Psychology Students will understand and apply basic research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis, and interpretation 3. Critical Thinking Skills in Psychology Students will use critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry, reflection, and, when possible, the scientific approach to solve problems related to behavior and mental processes. 4. Communication in Psychology Students will learn how to communicate competently and in a scholarly manner about psychological concepts in writing and orally. The B.A. in psychology program requires the completion of 122 credits, 53-62 of which are required to complete the major.