Bachelor of Science - Psychology

“The brain is wider than the sky,” observed author Emily Dickinson about the power of thought and imagination. In studying psychology, students will explore the endless expanse of the human mind and behavior.

Psychology explores phenomena from multiple perspectives and is an ideal starting point for many careers. Quinnipiac University students go on to graduate-level work in psychology and fulfilling jobs in a variety of fields, including school psychology, industrial-organizational psychology and the mental health disciplines. This degree also lays the foundation for successful careers in law, education and business, all of which require strong critical-thinking skills and a solid understanding of interpersonal relationships. In this program, students will work with experienced faculty members who research intriguing topics, such as how we read and process stories, workplace relationships, aggressive behaviors and mindfulness.

Their studies will be augmented by lab courses that involve designing psychological studies and collecting data. Students can participate in supervised fieldwork in the applied clinical science concentration, which prepares students for careers in counseling. They can also use their understanding of human cognition (e.g., attention, memory, decision-making) to build marketable skills in the applied cognitive psychology concentration. Or, they can choose the industrial-organizational psychology track, which focuses on relationships in work environments. Students will graduate well prepared to enter the workforce or pursue an advanced degree.