Department of Psychological Science

Department of Psychological Science Academic Distinction Statement

The Department of Psychological Science is a large and dynamic department in the Norman J. Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences. The department has more than 50 full-time and many part-time faculty supporting a major and minor in psychology, including a fully online undergraduate program. In the Department of Psychological Science, accomplished faculty guide students in the study of behavior and mental processes through a comprehensive program that promotes scientific thinking and cultivates transferable skills that lead to meaningful careers. Psychology majors gain valuable hands-on experiences and skill-building opportunities across the curriculum by engaging in high-impact practices such as study abroad programs, internships, peer mentoring, and research experiences. Committed to rigorous scholarly activity and evidence-based teaching, faculty develop students as global citizens, competent interns, peer educators, skilled researchers, and confident leaders who are well-prepared for the next stages of their personal and professional journeys. The department promotes respect, integrity, collaboration, and accountability in all aspects of work. The department seeks candidates whose endeavors exemplify the values of Kennesaw State University and whose experiences have prepared them to fulfill our department's commitment to the success of our students, faculty, staff, and communities.

Studying Human Behavior & Mental Processes

Welcome to the Department of Psychological Science at Kennesaw State University!

In the Department of Psychological Science, our accomplished faculty guide students in the study of behavior and mental processes through a comprehensive program that promotes scientific thinking and cultivates transferable skills that lead to meaningful careers.

Our psychology majors gain valuable hands-on experiences and skill-building opportunities across the curriculum by engaging in high-impact practices such as study abroad programs, internships, peer mentoring, and research experiences.

Committed to rigorous scholarly activity and evidence-based teaching, we develop students as global citizens, competent interns, peer educators, skilled researchers, and confident leaders who are well-prepared for the next stages of their personal and professional journeys. Explore our website to learn more about us!

Programs

We offer a a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and Psychology Minor, with in-person, hybrid, and online course offerings available.

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What is Psychology?

Psychology is the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. It is a wide-ranging discipline that includes many sub-fields of study, including, but not limited to health, forensics, clinical and counseling, social behavior, neuroscience, human development, and educational psychology.

What Courses are Part of the Psychology Major?

Courses in human development, research methods and statistics, personality and social psychology, biological bases, and learning and cognition provide our students with broad foundational knowledge and skills in the field of psychology. Students then select more specialized courses such as Industrial-Organization Psychology, Psychopathology, Forensic Psychology, Cross-Cultural Psychology, Health Psychology, Child Psychology, and more based on their interests and career goals. As part of their coursework, students are also exposed to the many career opportunities available in the field and form interconnections across their coursework via a senior capstone experience. For more information on specific psychology courses, visit the KSU Undergraduate Catalog.

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What Can a Psychology Major Do for You?

Our psychology majors complete a rigorous curriculum that promotes scientific thinking, academic excellence, and transferable skills essential for personal growth and for attaining careers in competitive job markets and admission to top-tier graduate programs.

A psychology degree from Kennesaw State University prepares students for a variety of psychology careers. Our psychology alumni can be found working in numerous fields and industries including mental health, education, medicine and health services, human resources, business, sales, and more!