The Psychological and Social Sciences major is a multidisciplinary degree program for students interested in understanding human behavior, group dynamics, and the influence of culture and the media on individuals’ actions.
Students take courses in a number of disciplines including Psychology (including Educational Psychology), Sociology, Anthropology, and Human Development and Family Studies.
An internship required for all students emphasizes the application of classroom knowledge to real-world settings.
The Bachelor of Arts degree provides students with a broad foundation in social and psychological theory.
The Bachelor of Science degree offers an additional emphasis on research and requires students to complete a senior thesis.
The Social Sciences Lab offers students the opportunity to partner with faculty doing cutting edge research in their fields.
The PSS program sponsors a local Chapter of PSI CHI, National Honor Society in Psychology.
Contact Nelson Wax
nrw11@psu.edu
215-881-7393