Im interested in studying psychology at uniersity, howver Im wondering what exactly the course entails. Is it based a lot on science? I know science isn't required for the subject however I am enquiring about how much it is involved. Also I study sociology at the moment and am wondering just how much psychology is related to this?
2007-01-10 05:34:28 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Psychology
i want to know too.
2007-01-10 05:38:17 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
I do a-level psychology and the subject is very scientific and because of this I do not like the subject as I can not stand science. All the theories and explanations that we look at always contain a biological explanation and a cognitive explanation (to do with parts of the brain) So courses at universities are much similar to what I am studying now but in more detail.
Sociology and psychology will be much of the sameness so if you like sociology you will like some of the aspects of psychology.
Take a look at some universities that offer psychology courses and see what the course involves. You may want to do a course that is combined psychology and sociology if you decide you want to do both subjects.
2007-01-10 14:14:36 · answer #2 · answered by Honey!! 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
At my school psychology is very similiar to sociology. The only classes that might be difficult are data analysis (on a computer) and research methods required a 20+pg. paper. The only science and math courses are your prereq.'s, except statistics. We had to have an TI-83 calculator which runs about $100.00. That would probably be the toughest class.P.S. There really isn't a whole lot you can do with a psychology degree unless you want to be a social worker, which requires certification (more college). You would have to get a Ph.D which is really hard to get. Out of 400 people who all have 4.0's and perfect everything, they still only accept about 6-8. A Masters degree in Psych is worthless too, social work. There are only a couple of 4 yr. (B.A.) degrees worth anything. Accounting, Business (maybe), Education and maybe religion. That is in the U.S. though. However all B.A.'s will get you a higher paying job and you can get several certifications, teaching, criminal justice, social worker etc. If you do decide to teach, you still have to get your Masters.
2007-01-10 16:01:00 · answer #3 · answered by Morgan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Psychology is a study of the mind - there is quite a lot of 'scientific' names (ie parts of the brain) that you would need to learn, but it is generally a study of why an individual does what they do - such a personality characteristics.
In terms of similarity to sociology, they are quite similar; sociology is about why society is what it is and what make society function, as opposed to the 'individual' in psychology.
If you like both, you might like to consider some of the Applied social sciences courses, I am at Robert Gordon Uni in Aberdeen and my course covers both sociology and psychology (along with a few useful subjects like research methods) - be careful though as some social science course cover general humanities and sometimes language.
It would be best when you look at the university brochures to look at course content - most of the foundation textbooks in both psychology and sociology will include a chapter on most modules covered - read them to see if you like it.
Hope that helps, good luck
2007-01-10 13:52:07 · answer #4 · answered by elephantemg83 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i can tell you from my experience as a psychology major at university, it is not overly science-heavy until the upper-level courses where you may be required to take a lab or two. you can coast through the first few years dabbling only in very basic and general classes that lean towards the social-science side of things (i.e. social psychology, community psychology, counseling) but yes at some point you will have to take some sort of sciency psychology such as animal behavior (where you run rats through mazes, or neuropsychology (which can be difficult if you don't favor hard science).
I also minored in sociology, and while they are related, sociology is far more open-ended whereas psychology has many more "right answers."
hope this helps.
2007-01-10 13:44:59 · answer #5 · answered by sandman 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Psychology and Sociology overlap each other so they are good to do together. Sociology deals with looking at society in different ways and consists of many theorists. Psychology also deals with theorists but focuses more on the individual as a whole and looks deep into the mind and behaviour of individuals in society such as Criminal Psychology focuses on as the name suggests criminals and profiling them.
In both cases research projects are an essential part of the course and it does involve a lot of statistics. My advice would be to talk it over with a careers adviser related to the subjects.
2007-01-13 12:53:52 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you in the UK? I did my psy degree at Staff Univ. For me there was too much maths and not enough of a human element.
But there was still a lot of interesting stuff and psychology is so useful to know. I see it as a sophisticated way of applying logic to complex emotional and social situations, which has a great deal of practical use.
Your knowledge of sociology will certainly help, as indeed any "life" related knowledge will. But most of what you will learn will be new to you which will make it challenging but interesting.
By all means go for it. A degree in psychology is a very good qualification, and as psychology is applicable in most work places, it will substantially increase your employment opportunities and your working abilities.
2007-01-10 13:45:13 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
My mom got her degree in Sociology and her minor was psychology, they go hand in hand.
Here is the excerpt from my college catalog for psychology 101
"Prerequisite: None. Recommended: English Level 5 or Reading Level 5 or 6. CAN Code: PSY 2 Description: An introduction to the scientific study of behavior. Emphasizes perceptions, thinking, motivation, emotion, intelligence, and learning; designed to contribute significantly to the general education of all students as well as to provide a basis for further study in the field of psychology. Major emphasis is placed upon general psychological principles."
and here's some definitions from www.dictionary.com
1. the science of the mind or of mental states and processes.
2. the science of human and animal behavior.
3. the sum or characteristics of the mental states and processes of a person or class of persons, or of the mental states and processes involved in a field of activity: the psychology of a soldier; the psychology of politics.
4. mental ploys or strategy: He used psychology on his parents to get a larger allowance.
2007-01-10 13:42:17 · answer #8 · answered by Princess Ann 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Psychology means The science that deals with mental processes and behaviour. Its really very nice course. After completing this course successfully you will have capability to understand the people just through their external behaviour. In short, Its all about human behaviour
2007-01-10 13:41:16 · answer #9 · answered by mx_kn_an 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Your best bet is to browse through a website of the University you are interested in attending or one that is near you. You can search through the catalog or academic section on the website to see for yourself what courses the program offers.Also, don't hesitate to go to the university to talk to an adviser in the psych department.
2007-01-10 13:41:40 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
as far as i know...it involves quite a bit to do with physical structure of the brain and that kind of stuff, and also just general deeper studies of more complex issues like memory, abnormality etc.
so i think that's pretty much it! I'd look it up on some websites because courses vary from uni to uni!
2007-01-10 13:42:24 · answer #11 · answered by Jessi 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋