Psychology, BA

Our program emphasizes the basic principles of behavior, cognition and emotion as established by scientific procedures.  Psychology majors make an intensive study of the content and methods of psychology in preparation for graduate training and professional pursuits.  The knowledge and skills they acquire help them pursue careers in such fields as psychology, social work, counseling, management, human resources, public relations, sales, and health administration.  Every student planning a major in psychology should begin the program in the first year if at all possible and should work closely with a departmental advisor.  At Butler, the psychology major is integrated with an interdisciplinary liberal arts and sciences education.