Have you ever considered how culture can influence behavior, development and personality? Explore all of that and more when you study psychology abroad! Develop your understanding of interpersonal actions and add an international experience to your resume while earning credit toward your psychology degree.

Recommended programs

John Cabot University

Study in the heart of Rome at a university that offers American-style education mixed with an everyday Italian lifestyle. Choose from a variety of psychology courses and get to know other students from around the world.

Lancaster University

A great option for students interested in cognitive science and social psychology, Lancaster is one of the top research institutions in the United Kingdom. Enjoy a beautiful campus situated next to the historic town of Lancaster.

University of Manchester

Spend a semester at a quintessential British university. Located within walking distance of Manchester city, the university offers a broad range of psychology courses in the areas of mind and brain, evolution and development, adaptability and well-being, and psychology in society.

University of Nicosia

Study on the breathtaking island of Cyprus, where you can choose from a variety of psychology courses taught in English. Take classes alongside local and other international students and explore Cyprus on UNIC-organized excursions to other amazing cities.

DIS: Psychology

Learn about human development, neuroscience, health science, psychology and sociology from professors who are active career professionals while experiencing life in Copenhagen, Denmark, or Stockholm, Sweden.

IES Abroad: Psychology and Social Sciences in Vienna

Explore various social and psychological tendencies, including those of youth cultures, immigrants, childhood development, virtual identity on the web and dimensions of discrimination while immersing yourself in the culture of Vienna. Available credit on this program can include:

• PSYCH 3360
• PSYCH 3830
• PSYCH behavioral science credit, 2000- and 3000-level

IES Abroad: Summer Psychology in Vienna

Experience both the history and practice of psychology in the home of Sigmund Freud and the birthplace of psychoanalysis. Choose between two topic areas of focus: psychology and society or health psychology and communication. German language courses are also available at all levels. Available credit on this program can include:

• PSYCH 3360
• PSYCH 3830
• PSYCH behavioral credit, 3000/4000-level

Global Internships

Spend your summer interning abroad while earning academic credit. No foreign language skills required, but four or more semesters is encouraged for Berlin and Santiago. Eight-week placements available for all majors. Some past placement examples in recommended locations include:

• Sydney
  • Child development and psychology lab
• Rome
  • Neuroscience research and health care company developing new research and technologies
  • Rehabilitation medicine research center
• London
  • Nongovernmental organization working with service users to offer an integrated crisis support, advice, recovery and training programs
• Santiago
  • Organization serving underserved adults living with mental health disorders
• Dublin
  • Passionate mental health and well-being organization providing multidisciplinary comprehensive care

Global Research: Biomedicine in Sweden

Gain valuable, hands-on research experience while immersing yourself in Swedish culture during the summer. Engage in biomedical research in a lab setting and earn credit for PSYCH 2950. Ideal for students interested in neuroscience or planning to attend medical school.