Psychology is the scientific study of all aspects of human behavior. Topics studied by psychologists include: brain function, moods and feelings, normal and abnormal thought processes, personality, interactions among people...

The department offers the PhD degree in psychology in two programs: clinical psychology and experimental psychology, the latter  subdivided into (1) cognitive neuroscience, and (2) developmental, social, and health...

The Department of Gender and Women’s Studies, in conjunction with partners across the campus, is excited to offer the undergraduate sexuality studies certificate. The certificate encompasses scientific and medical fields as...

This interdisciplinary certificate gives students the opportunity to learn a range of basic social science skills, and focus their efforts in primary research opportunities. Undergraduates are increasingly seeking out...

This certificate offers students systematic multidisciplinary training in social theory. It augments, and is pursued concurrently with, the regular M.A. and Ph.D. Degree programs of participating departments. In total, the...

Sociology is the study of human behaviors and the interaction between human groups and institutions. Sociologists take an in depth look at social inequalities (including race, gender, and class); the environment; cultural...

The Department of Sociology at the University of Kentucky currently only admits students pursuing a Ph.D. degree. Students can earn an M.A. degree as part of the Ph.D. program only. Graduate students choose an area of...

Sociology emphasizes the study of human behavior and basic social processes. The discipline provides excellent preparation for careers in a variety of occupations and professions including planning and community development...

Our field aims to develop students’ Spanish language skills, to deepen their understanding of Spanish-speaking cultures and literatures domestically and abroad, to sharpen their critical thinking, and to heighten their...

A minor is a structured group of courses that leads to considerable knowledge and understanding of a subject, although with less depth than a major. Some employers consider minors desirable, and the corresponding major...

The Department of Statistics offers programs of study leading to the degrees of Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy.  Both the M.S. and the Ph.D. program offer a Mathematical Statistics track, as well as a...

The Minor in Statistics introduces undergraduates to the theory and practice of statistics and emphasizes the interdisciplinary nature of the field while providing training in modern techniques and exposure to important case...