In the Department of Psychology we focus on the investigation of behavior and its cognitive, neural and hormonal underpinnings in the full range of environmental situations. Our strengths lie in four broadly defined areas of development, cognition, neuroscience, and social and personality psychology. We develop and conduct theoretical and translational research to advance health and well-being.
The Faculty of Psychology was founded in 2003 and has since established itself as a nationally and internationally visible and successful institution in research and studies.
Psychology is a remarkably broad field that studies mind and behavior at all levels of analysis ranging from the micro to the macro; from single cells to complex systems; from individuals to groups and cultures; and from invertebrates to humans. Our department is committed to research, teaching/mentorship, and service. We have over 1,000 undergraduate majors and enroll approximately 100 graduate students in our Ph.D. programs. Graduate students have an unusually high success rate in securing external funding, and we have an excellent track record for placing them following their Ph.D.s.
The School of Psychology at Shanghai Jiao Tong University is an academic institution dedicated to psychological research and education. The establishment of the school marks a significant step in the university's comprehensive layout in the field of humanities and social sciences, reflecting the university's high regard for the discipline of psychology. The school aims to advocate scientific spirit, adhere to a people-oriented research philosophy, and closely integrate theoretical research with practical applications to provide scientific evidence and solutions for society.