The explaining of human behaviour, emotion and thought is the main route Psychology students will learn and seek to understand. The applications of psychology consist of the treatment of mental health, self-help, performance enhancement, ergonomics as well as other areas that influence and affect daily life and health.

Psychology is a very diverse and broad field and several different subfields as well as specialty areas consist.

Abnormal Psychology studies psychopathology and abnormal behaviour in humans. This specialty focuses on research and the treatment of mental disorders. It is linked to clinical psychology and psychotherapy.

Biological Psychology investigates and research the way biological processes influence behaviour and the mind. It is in line with neuroscience and uses tools like PET and MRI scans to investigate brain abnormalities and brain injuries.

Cognitive Psychology studies human cognitions and thought processes and a cognitive psychologist studies topics like attention, perception, memory, problem-solving, decision-making and language acquisition.

Clinical Psychology focuses on assessing, diagnosing and then treatment of peoples mental disorders.

Comparative Psychology concentrates on studies of animal behavior in order to have a broader and deeper understanding and knowledge of human psychology.

Developmental Psychology studies human development and growth over time. They focus on development of social functioning, morality, identity, development of the cognitive abilities as well as other life areas.

Industrial-Organizational Psychology uses psychology research in the enhancement of work performance, improvement of product design, select employee and enhancement of usability.

Forensic Psychology uses psychological research in the criminal and legal justice system.

Social Psychology uses scientific ways in the study of social influence, social interaction and social perception. It includes nonverbal behaviour, group behaviour, aggression, conformity and leadership.