Psychological science is traditionally defined as the study of behavior; neuroscience as the study of the nervous system. As a Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences we are focused on understanding mind and behavior in terms of underlying psychological processes that have their genesis in neural activity in the brain.
The field of Psychology first emerged at Harvard in the late 1800's under the scholarship of William James, and ever since then Harvard has been at the forefront of the field. The Department has a long and rich history, and its past faculty and researchers have included some of the most famous names in psychology, including B.F. Skinner, Gordon Allport, Jerome Bruner, George Miller, and Henry Murray. Psychology is one of the most popular courses of study among undergraduates at Harvard.
The Department of Psychology at Beijing Normal University is a key institution for psychology education and research in China. We are committed to cultivating professional talents in the field of psychology, advancing academic research in psychological science, and providing psychological health services to the community. Located at 19 Xinjiekou Outer Street, Beijing, our department boasts top-notch teaching facilities and research resources.
The Department of Experimental and Applied Psychology at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam focuses on understanding human cognition and social behavior through rigorous research and education.