Experiential Learning & Internship Opportunities
Psychology Research students gain real-world experience through the creation and completion of a senior-year research project.
Career Opportunities
Students who study research psychology work in a variety of occupations. Applied specialty areas have a strong research focus.
- Experimental Psychologist - studies human and animal behavior. Focus areas include motivation, thought, attention, learning and memory, sensory and perceptual processes, effects of substance abuse and genetic and neurological factors affecting behavior.
- Industrial-Organizational Psychologist - works within organizations to help select and retain employees, increase productivity and identify potential workplace improvements.
- Military Research Psychologist - examines the effects of war on military personnel such as post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, aggression and drug use.
- Nutrition Research Psychologist - investigates the psychological effects of mood and emotions on eating habits.
- Market Research Analyst - studies market conditions to examine potential sales of products or services; to understand what products people want, will buy and at what price; and to ensure that program resources are used effectively.
According to the Occupational Outlook Handbook (2017), overall employment is expected to grow 19% depending on the research psychology focus through 2024. Individuals with an applied specialty are expected to find the greatest job prospects.
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