The B.S. in Cyberpsychology brings together coursework in psychology, computer science, and information systems. The innovative degree program directly addresses the significance of living a predominantly online life, the psychological impact of the internet of things, therapeutic uses of technology, virtual reality, artificial intelligence, gaming, cybersecurity, digital research methods, and countering malicious social engineering.

Cyberpsychology builds on the same core courses as the Bachelor of Science in Science, Technology and Society, which introduces students to the relationships between society, technology, and the global environment. After establishing a foundation in psychology, technology studies, and research methods, students complete coursework in social psychology, social network analysis, and user experience as well as a senior thesis project of their own design.

The Degree and Specializations

Designed for students with a strong interest in the psychological, behavioral, and social sciences, the B.S. in Cyberpsychology emphasizes an applied scientific approach to studying human behavior in the digital age. The curriculum exposes you to foundational concepts in the psychological and behavioral sciences through rigorous coursework in theory, research methodology, and professional development, while simultaneously equipping you with applied skills to help address the unique challenges facing modern society.

Graduates are prepared for a wide range of career and educational opportunities, including graduate degree programs in the social and cognitive sciences, law, medicine, as well as a wide variety of careers:

• Advertising Account Executive
• Brand Strategist
• Digital Analyst
• Market Researcher
• User Experience Designer/Researcher

While students in the Cyberpsychology program will learn and apply their knowledge in diverse areas of computer, social, and cognitive sciences, we specifically aim for our students to meet the following learning outcomes:

Ultimately, students of the program will exhibit and/or engage in:

• Professional Communication and Conduct: Students will conduct themselves ethically, as well as learn to articulate ideas soundly through traditional forms of print and new forms of digital literacy.
• Academic Excellence: After establishing a foundation in psychology, technology studies, and research methods, students complete coursework in social psychology, social network analysis, and user experience, as well as complete a senior thesis project of their own design.
• Professional Skillset for Diverse Professions: Graduates are well equipped to pursue numerous career opportunities, including user experience researcher, user experience designer, market researcher, advertising analytics and sales, digital analyst, consultant, brand strategist, and graduate education in the social and behavioral sciences.

Specializations and Courses

Psychology & Behavioral Sciences

Cyberpsychology 

Human Computer Interaction

Download a copy of the Cyberpsychology informational flyer here

Queries should be directed to Zackary.kellett@njit.edu, 973-596-6439.

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