Bachelor of Science in Psychology

University at Buffalo - SUNY

The BS degree also provides students with an undergraduate major that emphasizes the scientific foundation of psychology along with a strong basic science background. The BS degree program is specifically aimed at helping to prepare students for graduate study in the sciences and science-based professions (e.g., behavioral or cognitive neuroscience, cognitive science, medicine, health professions, and other related disciplines). Even if students do not continue their education at the graduate level, the background in science and mathematics that is part of the BS program provides knowledge and skills that are sought after in a wide variety of careers.What will I learn?As a psych major, you’ll study how we perceive information and learn new things. You’ll discover how the mind-and our personalities-develop over time. And you’ll explore psychology in different contexts, including behavioral disorders (clinical psychology), interacting with others (social psychology) and how to improve mental health. You can even choose electives in subjects like memory, addiction, development, and how psychology relates to music, food and other parts of your life.

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