A degree in physiological psychology explore topics involving the development of the brain, visual perception, disorders of movement, the nervous system, stages of sleep and escape behaviours. Research methodology and experimental design are also covered in the curriculum. Because physiological psychology is a subfield of psychology, it can be found as a concentration at the masters and doctoral degree levels. In undergraduate psychology programs, physiological psychology is often offered as a course requirement or as an elective.
Physiological psychologists work either in clinical practice or as research workers. They may choose to specialize in motor or memory skills, autonomic functions, feelings and emotions, or electroencephalography. Some of them may follow the path of research and development, while others work in clinics or hospitals, and still others pursue careers in teaching instead of or in addition to these other careers. Although independent research is common, physiological psychologists rarely work completely on their own, outside of a group or team environment.
