Welcome to the Wittenberg University Department of Psychology Home Page. At Wittenberg University the Psychology Department has several objectives for its students. First, "content courses" convey the information that constitutes the various fields of psychology. Second, "methodology courses" emphasize the experimental and scientific nature of psychology. Third, courses in experimental psychology as well as clinical and research internships prepare students planning to enter professional careers. The following material is designed to inform you of what is going on in our department. Please browse through this Home Page and discover the exciting world of Wittenberg Psychology!
At Wittenberg, the study of human psychology- be it the effects of cognitive, emotional, physical, social or other forces on human behavior- provides the basis for both clinical and research careers in psychology. To begin, a series of pro seminar courses will take you through the biological basis of behavior, developmental changes, and introduction to psychology testing, motivations and emotions, and the influences of others on our own beliefs, emotions and behavior. The following courses focus on topics such as child development; psychology of personality; industrial/ organizational psychology; sensation and perception; and learning, memory and cognition, among many others.
You will actively collaborate with faculty in publishable research projects. The integration of research, seminars, internships and a thesis project is designed to help you match your interests to your goals while giving you the opportunity to amass valuable experiences from which your abilities can be demonstrated.