Department of Psychology and Sociology

Psychology and sociology are both diverse fields of study that will prepare you for a wide variety of career options.

In our department, you will learn the real-world knowledge and skills you need to succeed in your chosen career, or advance to graduate school. Plus, you will gain the communication, critical-thinking, leadership and decision-making skills that will give you a head start once you graduate.

Degrees

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology
The degree provides you a well-rounded, foundational knowledge of psychology by emphasizing contemporary theories, research and practical applications. It requires foreign language study and fewer courses in the sciences.

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Psychology
This degree provides you the same well-rounded, foundational knowledge of psychology. It requires more courses in research methods and the sciences, but does not require foreign language study.

B.A. in Sociology
The degree provides you a well-rounded, foundational knowledge of sociology by emphasizing contemporary theories, research and practical applications. It requires foreign language study and fewer courses in the sciences.

B.S. in Sociology
This degree provides you the same well-rounded, foundational knowledge of sociology. It requires more courses in research methods and the sciences, but does not require foreign language study.

Master of Science (M.S.) in Applied Psychology
This online degree will prepare you for careers in community college teaching and human services agencies, or to advance in your current workplace.

M.S. in Counseling Psychology
This degree will prepare you to become a licensed psychological associate or licensed professional counselor.

M.S. in Experimental Psychology with Emphasis in Behavioral Neuroscience
This degree will foster your expertise in research methods in human and non-human laboratory settings, statistical analysis, cognition and behavioral neuroscience. You can complete this degree on campus, or in a hybrid on-campus/online format.

M.S. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology
This degree emphasizes the study of psychological principles in the workplace, and will prepare you to work effectively in a wide variety of career settings.

Top of Mind

Psychology focuses on understanding individuals, while sociology puts emphasis on groups, cultures and societies. Your ASU degree is your ticket to join a diverse group of professionals with dynamic careers in everything from counseling, business and criminal justice to healthcare, public relations and education.

Dr. William Taylor (right) receives his award from ASU President Ronnie Hawkins Jr. The other win...

May 7

2021 President’s Awards for Faculty Excellence Winners

Dr. Drew Curtis (left) working with some of his counseling psychology students

Mar 19

Psychology Prof to Lead Area Psychological Association

Dr. Sangeeta Singg, Angelo State psychology professor

Mar 5

Psychology Prof Appointed to State Regulatory Board

Around the Department

Take a look at some other aspects of our department that make ASU an outstanding place to study psychology and sociology.

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Research Labs

Get the practical experience you need in our four research labs. They include the Social Perception Lab, Clinical Science and Deception Lab, Experimental/Cognitive Psychology Lab and Industrial-Organizational Psychology Lab.

Social Sciences Journal

Conduct research with your professors and publish your results in our ASU Social Sciences Research Journal. It will look great on your résumé!

Student Organizations

Join our department’s student organizations for professional development, networking and social events as you really get to know your fellow students and professors. We also have chapters of the national honor societies for psychology and sociology.