Students who major in psychology examine behavior and mental processes using the scientific method and learn to apply this knowledge in real-world and laboratory settings. The requirements for the psychology major have changed, but students graduating under both the new and old requirements are exposed to a large variety of topics and methods within the field of psychology (breadth) and are required to take additional courses in one of several focus areas (depth). Senior majors must complete an empirical or community-based research thesis. For an empirical thesis, a student conducts original research on an issue of theoretical or practical concern. For a community-based research thesis, a student works in the community, using his or her training in psychology to address social or psychological issues in an applied setting.

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Location: Pettengill Hall, Lewiston, Maine 04240
Academic Administrative Assistant: Toni Day
Dept. Phone: (207) 786-8297
Dept. Fax: (207) 786-8338