Psychology majors receive broad training across these areas, have opportunities to pursue topics of particular interest in greater detail, develop skills in research methods and statistics. Many majors also take advantage of opportunities to work in research laboratories, to serve as teaching assistants, and to participate in service learning courses. Students interested in this major are strongly encouraged to visit the Department of Psychology website and to download and read the Psychology Majors Manual for more detailed information, as early planning is important for preparing to declare and complete the major.