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Department of Psychological Sciences
PSYCHOLOGY AT MSU DENVER
“When the mind is thinking, it is talking to itself.” -Plato
The science of psychology covers the study of the human mind and behavior. Psychologists’ efforts expand the knowledge of our behavior, enable people to function optimally and enhance society for the greater good.
Psychology students at MSU Denver are well-researched and have a thorough understanding of clinical, developmental and social approaches to psychology. Since you’re interested in a fulfilling career intended to help people, that’s exactly what we’ll do. The Department of Psychology offers its students research opportunities, internship programs and the knowledge and skill set to enter a profession of helping or furthering your education.
With over 1,200 students declaring psychology as their major and another 200 choosing the minor, we’re one of the largest academic departments at MSU Denver. We’ve provided an affordable, comprehensive degree in psychology for decades, enhancing careers with a vast understanding of human behavior.
“I didn’t think very highly of myself early on. It wasn’t until I got the nudge from my professor to consider research that I found a spark which motivated me to pursue and excel in neuroscience.”
Anastasia Zavilla
MSU Denver '15
Career Prospects
Here’s where a Bachelor of Science in Psychology might take you:
Counselling, education, business, law criminal justice, nursing, research associate, human resources and social work.
Our psychology program options
Phone: 303-615-0699
Email: psy@msudenver.edu
Fax: 720-778-5691
Location: Plaza 220
Office Hours:
Dec. 9, 2019 - Jan. 20, 2020
8:00a-5:00p
Closed
December 23, 2019 - January 6, 2020
Mailing Address:
Department of Psychological Sciences
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Campus Box 54 PO Box 173362
Denver, CO 80217-3362
Inclement Weather Line: 1-877-556-3637
Our Affiliates
The Department of Psychology at MSU Denver has designed its curriculum according to the American Psychological Association's guidelines.
Psi Chi is an international honor society whose purpose shall be to encourage, stimulate, and maintain excellence in scholarship of the individual members in all fields, particularly in psychology, and to advance the science of psychology.