Psychology Minor

Why minor in Psychology?

The study of psychology offers valuable insights into the workings of the human mind. You'll learn the principles and theories of behavior and explore the scientific underpinnings of psychology — and learn how psychology applies to everyday life. 

The minor in Psychology offers a great deal of flexibility, allowing you to combine your interests and create your own program of study.

What majors pair well with a Psychology minor?

Combining a Psychology minor with certain majors can enhance your understanding of human behavior and cognition, as well as broaden your career opportunities in fields related to psychology and beyond. Alternatively, deepening your expertise with a bachelor's degree in Psychology can provide a strong foundation for various professions in psychology and related fields. Here are some bachelor's degrees that complement a Psychology minor:

• Secondary Education Degree: Psychology is foundational to understanding learning processes, cognitive development, and classroom behavior. Beyond traditional teaching roles, this educational background opens doors to roles in counseling, learning support and educational psychology. UND offers specialized courses for students receiving teaching certification in secondary education.
• Criminal Justice Studies Degree: Understanding human behavior is crucial in the field of criminal justice, making a Psychology minor valuable for analyzing motivations, personality traits, and mental health factors relevant to criminal behavior.
• Biology Degree: A Biology major complements a Psychology minor by providing insights into the biological underpinnings of behavior, such as genetics, neuroscience, and physiological processes related to mental health.
• Marketing Degree: Psychology plays a significant role in marketing, as understanding consumer behavior, decision-making processes, and psychological factors influencing purchasing decisions are essential for effective marketing strategies.
• Public Health Education Degree: Psychology intersects with public health in areas such as health behavior change, mental health promotion, and understanding psychosocial factors influencing health outcomes, making it a natural pairing with a Psychology minor.
• Communication Degree: Psychology offers Communication majors deeper insights into the "why" behind communications. This understanding can improve interpersonal communication, media campaigns, and messaging strategies, making them more impactful.
• Sociology Degree: Sociology and psychology share an interest in understanding human behavior and social dynamics. A Sociology major complements a Psychology minor by providing insights into social structures, cultural influences, and group behavior.
• Human Resource Management Degree: Psychology is integral to human resource management, as understanding employee motivation, behavior, and organizational dynamics are essential for effective HR practices such as recruitment, training, and performance management.
• Social Work Degree: Psychology and social work share a focus on mental health, well-being, and behavior change. A Social Work major complements a Psychology minor by providing practical skills for working with individuals, families, and communities to address psychosocial issues.