Psychology

Turn on your brain.

Major in psychology at the University of Mary Washington, and you’ll have classes and labs with committed faculty who are authorities on aspects the human experience. Transform classroom knowledge into professional experience through research projects, internships, or even spend a semester learning applied behavioral analysis at the New England Center for Children. Meet the challenge as you prepare yourself for higher study or a career that makes a difference.

Areas of Study

Psychology majors study traditional areas of psychology and its recent trends and theories. They receive extensive training in methodology and statistics. Many students join faculty-led research teams and conduct yearlong research projects. The psychology major emphasizes developing skills in critical thinking, writing, oral communication, and research.

Career Opportunities

An understanding of yourself and others puts you in line for jobs such as business research, social work, human resource management, computer applications, counseling and case management in social service and mental health organizations, and more. Or aim for graduate work for a future in fields like forensic psychology, counseling, and research.

Internships

Psychology majors must take at least one out-of-the-classroom course, called the Out of Class Requirement. You may do a yearlong research project with a faculty member, then present your work at a conference. Or you can find a relevant internship or opportunity for community service.