Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Program Description

The Hofstra University Department of Psychology offers a comprehensive undergraduate program in the scientific study of the mind and behavior. Students learn the methods, theories and research pertaining to diverse areas of psychology such as cognitive science (including perception, cognitive psychology and behavioral neuroscience), child development, human and animal learning, abnormal psychology, and social psychology. Along with a grounding in core areas, students can take classes in specific applied areas such as health psychology, industrial-organizational psychology, and psychology and the law. Undergraduate psychology students acquire a strong liberal arts education and a deep understanding of human behavior, preparing them to pursue successful careers in many fields including counseling and other social services, marketing, human resources, management, education, public relations, basic and applied research, as well as advanced graduate work in psychology, health professions, law, education, business, and many other fields.