Psychology
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Program Contact Information
Website: psych.utah.edu
Department: Behavioral Sciences Building (BEHS), Room 502
Advising: Gardner Commons, Suite 2455
Advising Phone: 801-213-1144
Program Description
Psychologists study human and animal behavior, seeking to understand how people and nonhuman animals function in their environments: through this, a psychologist ultimately wants to understand, predict, and resolve behavioral and psychological problems. The Psychology curriculum includes coursework in the following topics: psychology as a science and profession, cognition and behavior neuroscience, intergroup relations, development in infancy, emotions, human performance, personality, sexuality, health, among others. Through coursework, and hands-on experience through research, internships, peer advising, and/or teaching assisting, you will gain the knowledge base and critical thinking skills you need for success in post-college careers or graduate school.
Program Admissions Requirements
Open Major. There are no declaration requirements for the General Psychology Major (BA/BS), but you should submit your declaration form here if you are undeclared, adding another major, or switching from another major.