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32 courses with the subject PSYC, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

PSYC 101Introduction to Psychological Science

Surveys contemporary approaches to the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. Covers topics from neurons to neuroses, includi

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PSYC
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course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 201Biological Psychology

Considers some of the ways behavior and experience are related to biological processes. Classroom and labora

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PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 203Research Methods in Psychology

An introduction to methodologies and statistical analyses used in psychological research, including

Subject
PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 217And The Pursuit of Happiness

Is happiness achievable? Explore the science of happiness and learn to apply evidence-based strategies for improving happiness, meaning,

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PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 220The Psychology of Gender

Explores the origins and implications of similarities and differences between women and men. Exam

Subject
PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 225Special Topics in Psychology

An introduction to a specialized topic within the field of psychology. Offerings will vary.

Subject
PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 231Psychopathology and Mental Health

Explores the nature and dynamics of psychological disorders including anxiety disorders, psychotic d

Subject
PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 232Health Psychology

Explores the biological, psychological, and social factors related to health and illness. Includes discussion of

Subject
PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 235Developmental Psychology

Students cannot have taken PSYC 237N. Considers the theoretical approaches and methodological issues involved in understanding norm

Subject
PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 236Psychology of Adolescence

Considers the theoretical approaches and methodological issues involved in understanding normative development from conception to adolesc

Subject
PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 237NLife Span Development

This course section is open to NURS majors only. Students cannot have taken PSYC-235. Explores the development of the individual from bir

Subject
PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 239Psychology of Aging

Focuses on later life and how social forces influence people's experiences with aging. Looks at myths and stereot

Subject
PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 243Cognitive Psychology

Examines the mental processes that underlie perception, attention, memory, language, and reasoning from the perspective of psychological

Subject
PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 244Drugs and Behavior

Explores the psychological, biological, and societal factors that influence drug use. Focuses on the neuro

Subject
PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 246Motivation and Emotion

This course will examine theoretical and empirical contributions to our understanding of human motivation and emotion, from simple drives

Subject
PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 248Social Psychology

Examines behavior as it is influenced by other people and social situations. Studies s

Subject
PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 251Neuroscience of Music

How does music “play” the brain? Students will examine the neural mechanisms underlying the perception of the elements of music (e.g., pi

Subject
PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 301Research in Biopsychology

Consent of instructor required. Provides opportunity for participation as a member of a research team in all phases of a laboratory study

Subject
PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 303Research in Cognitive Processes

Consent of instructor required. Provides research experience on questions of current interest in attention, memory, thinking, or other ar

Subject
PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 304Research in Personality

Consent of instructor required. Surveys the methods psychologists use to investigate personality. Topics include how theori

Subject
PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 308Research in Social Psychology

Consent of instructor required. Discusses research methods in social psychology and the application of socia

Subject
PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 328Advanced Special Topics in Psychology

Consent of instructor required. In-depth investigation of an advanced topic within the field of psychology.

Subject
PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 331Seminar in Clinical Psychology

Consent of instructor required. Introduces the role of the clinician, diagnostic assessment, psychological treatment, and clinical re

Subject
PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 332Neurodegenerative Diseases

This course will introduce students to current research in neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s disease, P

Subject
PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 333Just Health: Social and Structural Drivers of Behavioral Health Disparities

This course will introduce students to current research that explores drivers of behavioral health disparities, with a focus on the Bosto

Subject
PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 336Childhood Psychopathology

Consent of instructor required. Considers issues related to psychopathology in children and adolescents and the causes of such disord

Subject
PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 345History & Systems of Psychology

Consent of instructor required. Normally open only to senior Psychology majors. Addresses the intellectual history of con

Subject
PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 349Directed Study

Consent of instructor required. Directed study addresses coursework required for the major or degree not being offered formally that sem

Subject
PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 350Independent Study

Consent of instructor required.

Subject
PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 355Thesis

Consent of department required.

Subject
PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 380Fieldwork in a Psychological Setting

Consent of instructor required. Provides staff-supervised experience to seniors in a variety of service and research settings. Involves e

Subject
PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com
PSYC 381Thesis in Psychology

ses PSYC - Psychology e-Course-Catalog-local.json e-Course-Catalog.json havioral Health Disparities

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PSYC
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
simmons.smartcatalogiq.com

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