BA in Psychology in Boston United States | Boston University

Psychology explores human behavior and mental processes through scientific methods to analyze, forecast, comprehend, and clarify human actions. When paired with relevant complementary courses, this major equips students for advanced studies in psychology, medicine, law, and various professional fields. It also offers a comprehensive liberal arts foundation suitable for diverse career paths.

Learning Objectives
Students will:

Acquire core knowledge and understanding of key psychological concepts, theoretical approaches, historical developments, and research findings.
Grasp essential psychological research techniques—including study design, data analysis, and interpretation—and apply these skills to conduct original research while recognizing ethical considerations in human and animal studies.
Develop scientific reasoning and analytical abilities to assess research quality and implications.
Produce empirical research papers and literature reviews following APA (American Psychological Association) guidelines, while effectively presenting scientific findings.