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Undergraduate Studies

Psychology majors explore the complexities of the human experience - from the neural pathways in the brain and the mechanics of decision-making to the profound influence of family, culture, and community. Our curriculum provides a foundation in psychological theory and the skills to translate knowledge to professional settings and graduate programs.

Psychology Major

The Psychology undergraduate curriculum is structured to provide students with three key elements:

  • An overview of the range of topics that make up the discipline of psychology
  • Training in skills such as strategic problem solving, data-driven decision making, statistical literacy, collaboration, leadership, technical writing, and science communication
  • Concentration in an area of focus within the discipline that is relevant to the student's career path
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What careers are available to Psychology graduates?

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in psychology is projected to grow 13 percent from 2023 to 2033, with an average of 6.4% for psychology-related careers overall.

Psychology majors leave Miami with multiple skill sets that are valuable to employers and graduate schools.

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Career paths

  • Strategic Communications - Public relations, Technical writing, Science journalism
  • Healthcare & Science - Mental health services, Public health, Behavioral medicine, Sports psychology
  • Tech - User experience (UX) research, Data science
  • Corporate - Market research, Human resources
  • Law & Government - Forensic consulting, Criminal justice, Legal policy analysis
  • Education - School counseling, Higher ed
  • Social Impact - Non-profit administration, Public policy analysis, Grant development

Why Psychology?

Psychology is a versatile major.

The breadth of coverage in our discipline provides you with the background to face many different challenges in the world today that require an understanding of human behavior. It also gives you a perspective on why you are who you are and helps you discover who you want to become.

At Miami University, we don’t just teach Psychology—we empower students to apply it. Our department is designed to bridge the gap between rigorous academic research and real-world career success, offering an undergraduate-first experience that larger institutions cannot match.

Introduction to the Psychology Major

Department of Psychology

90 North Patterson Avenue
Oxford, OH 45056