Psychology (Biopsychology)
What is Biopsychology?
Biopsychology is the branch of psychology that analyzes how the brain and neurotransmitters influence our behaviors, thoughts, and feelings. Biopsychologists often look at how biological processes interact with emotions, cognitions, and other mental processes.
If you are interested in the field of biopsychology, then it is important to have an understanding of biological processes, anatomy, and physiology. Three of the most important components to understand are the brain, neurotransmitters, and the nervous system.
At UNB, a Major/Honours in Psychology with specialization in Biopsychology will consist of courses in Psychology and Biology.
What Can You Be With a Major/Honours in Psychology?
A major does not dictate your career; it provides you with invaluable skills and knowledge that you can apply to many areas of life and work. Here are some the careers you may want to consider pursuing with your major:
- Human Services Worker
- Youth Home Manager
- Clinical Research Coordinator
- Change Management Analyst
- Drug Researcher
- Advertising Executive (Media, Planners, & Buyer)
- Mental Health Assistant
- Research Assistant
- Search for Careers for more career possibilities.
With additional education/training…
- Psychometrist
- Social Worker
- University Professor
- Mental Health Counsellor
- Psychologist
- Forensics Specialist
- Psychopharmacologist
- Immunologist
Where Can You Work?
- Hospitals
- Mental Health Organizations
- Group Homes
- Consulting Firms
- Research Institutions
- Non-Profit Organizations
- Public Relations Firms
- Pharmaceutical Companies
What Skills Can You Develop?
An Arts degree helps you develop transferable, functional skills such as writing, critical thinking and communication skills that employers and most work situations require. Concentrating your studies in a major allows you to gain specific transferable skills, such as those below, which are attractive to particular employers and industries.
- Helping other clarify and articulate goals
- Establishing warmth and rapport
- Statistical analysis and experimental design skills
- Ability to listen effectively and answer questions
- Problem-solving skills
- Skill in approaching problems from a variety of perspectives
- Skill in writing carefully reasoned reports and essays
- Ability to interpret and clearly explain psychological research and tests of all types
- Ability to evaluate personal problems and make appropriate decisions
- Ability to organize and memorize detailed information
- Ability to observe and analyze introspectively
- Proficiency in interpersonal communication
- Sensitivity to and understanding of others
Professional Associations:
Professional associations can be a great way to meet, learn from and network with professionals in your field of interest. Some associations offer student memberships, often at a reduced rate. Below is a sample of professional associations you can explore.
- Canadian Psychology Association
- College of Psychologists of New Brunswick (email: cpnb@nbnet.nb.ca)
Contact the Department
UNB Psychology Department
38 Dineen Drive
Room 119, Keirstead Hall
Fredericton NB E3B 6E4
