University of Alabama At Birmingham

Psychology is the science of mind and behavior. With a thorough knowledge of psychology, you can offer great value in a wide variety of fields, including business, advertising, politics, law, education, and mental health counseling.

But first, you need to have a solid foundation of psychology theory in order to understand why people do what they do. That's why we begin your education with courses such as Developmental Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, and Brain, Mind, and Behavior. Then we'll take your education outside the classroom by giving you the chance to complete a research project or community service. Best of all, you could get the opportunity to gain real-world experience by participating in professional shadowing at a nearby treatment facility.

• Many psychologists diagnose and treat mental illness, while others work in law, human resources, research, or social work.
• UAB psychology faculty hold secondary or joint positions in departments such as vision sciences, anesthesiology, rheumatology, neurology, gerontology, and preventative medicine, to name a few.