The Psychology Program at Sacred Heart University provides its students with a basic foundation in the scientific study of human behavior. This background is of value to two groups of students: those who enter the employment market after completion of the baccalaureate degree, and those who further their education through graduate study and pursue a career in psychology or a related field.
The Psychology major includes courses on conducting experimental research, and provides internship opportunities and a wide range of elective courses covering many different areas of interest. The department also offers a minor and an associate degree in psychology.
Beginning in September, 2010, the Psychology Department launched its new Master of Science in Applied Psychology. The degree is offered both on ground and completely on line, and all courses in the program were developed and are taught by full-time faculty members in the department. This degree prepares students for careers in human resource management, community and governmental agency administration, or for further doctoral study.