UT Austin-Department of Psychology

In psychology, possibly the broadest discipline in science, we study everything from the single neuron to broad cultural and societal contributions to behaviorand the full range in between. At its core, our science seeks to understand the complexities of human behavior in a multitude of ways, including how the brain gives rise to behavior; how behavior is affected by mental illness, injury, and disease; and finally, how to develop effective interventions to promote mental wellbeing. As a 21st-century science, psychology is constantly exploring and incorporating emerging new approaches to our work, often by breaking down traditional academic and scientific boundaries. The Psychology Department brings together outstanding faculty, staff, graduate, and undergraduate students to support our scientific and educational missions. The department has fostered a long history of productivity and international visibility, and that tradition is reflected in consistently high rankings (our grad...