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.
UCSF Health Psychology is a scientific field that applies psychological theory and methods to the study of health promotion, maintenance, and illness prevention and treatment. The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) initiated one of the first graduate programs in Health Psychology in 1977 and has been a leader in the field ever since. UCSF offers a postdoctoral training program and numerous research opportunities for qualified individuals.
The Department of Psychology at Wake Forest University is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, offering coursework and research opportunities that celebrate varied cultures and experiences. The Department of Psychology at Wake Forest University values and respects diverse experiences, beliefs, and practices, particularly those from historically underrepresented groups. This commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is reflected in its coursework, programming, and research. The department also shares important news updates, such as statements on handling protests and opportunities to earn psychology credits in unique settings like Venice.
Designed for individuals and teams, this Harvard Online course taught by preeminent Harvard Professor Mahzarin Banaji teaches the science of implicit bias and strategies to counter the impact of bias in the workplace.