Psychology

Welcome to Psychology

Welcome to the Psychology program at Nevada State College. Psychology is the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. The field seeks to understand the biological, social and cognitive underpinnings of behavior. In doing so, Psychology examines nearly every facet of human experience, from memory, to helping behavior, to child development and the nature of prejudice.

The Psychology program offers courses in central areas of psychology, with emphasis in the areas of behavior analysis, physiological psychology, cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, abnormal psychology, sensation and perception and social psychology. Each course emphasizes an empirical approach to the study of Psychology with a concerted focus on research methodology and the statistical evaluation of evidence. The program aims to cultivate intellectually and emotionally well-rounded students with the knowledge and skills required to achieve success in the workplace and in graduate school.

Academic Program
Find out more about what it is like to be a Psychology major and what Psychology students will learn.

Degrees Offered
Look at the degree requirements for a Bachelor of Arts/Science in Psychology.

Suggested Sequence of Courses
View the suggested sequences of courses for the Psychology degrees.

Faculty
Meet the Psychology faculty.

Course Descriptions
Interested in taking a Psychology course? Check out short descriptions of the courses the Psychology program offers.

Contact Information
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