Psychology
From crime, to well-being, to our relationship with food, psychology explores diverse aspects of the human condition.
While our three Core Courses approach very different areas of psychology, all will critically examine psychological theory, research, and practice with an emphasis on Swedish and European perspectives.
IS THIS PROGRAM FOR YOU?
It's a good fit if you study:
- Criminology/Criminal Justice
- Food Studies
- Human Development
- Organizational Behavior
- Neuroscience
- Psychology
CORE COURSE OPTIONS
Forensic Psychology
Fall/Spring, 3 Credits
What makes people commit crime? Are there gender differences? What is the role of perception? How are assessments and interventions conducted with those convicted of a serious crime, or those who have been the victim of a crime? Forensic psychology will be explored from individual to societal levels, with critical analysis and examples from a European perspective. Selected topics: cognitive, emotional, social, and neuropsychological approaches to the nature and treatment of criminal behavior.
Week-Long Study Tour: Scotland
Core Course Week: Sweden
Prerequisites: A psychology course at university level.
Positive Psychology
Fall/Spring, 3 Credits
Through theory, research, and application, examine the psychology of well-being with its possibilities and limitations, focusing on topics such as positive emotions, character strengths, mindfulness, resilience, and post-traumatic growth. You investigate how positive psychology complements other areas of psychology, therapy, coaching, and communication, and how it can be applied in real-world, professional settings such as business development and the clinical context.
Week-Long Study Tour: Greece
Core Course Week: Sweden
Prerequisites: A psychology course at university level.
Psychology of Food
Fall/Spring, 3 Credits
We all have a relationship to food and it is much more than physiology. This course explores the neurological, psychological, cultural, and social aspects of our relationship with food. Food’s historical and current meaning are considered: From Social Media Food Pornographers and ethically-inspired vegans to the paradox of growing obesity amidst malnourishment and eating disorders. Food can be used as means of social connectedness, be a mechanism of exclusion, or a theme in mental illnesses. Food is indeed psychology.
Week-Long Study Tour: Paris
Core Course Week: Sweden
Prerequisites: A psychology course at university level.
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