General Psychology is the major to consider if studying the area of science that explores how people and animals think, feel and act is of interest. General Psychology majors complete coursework that explores behavior, emotions, cognitive processes, and the factors that influence them from a variety of perspectives. Psychologists study behavior at both a cellular (e.g. examining the role of the brain and the nervous system) and at a more global level (e.g. examining the influences of culture). As general psychology majors, students will enhance their problem-solving, critical thinking, writing, and oral expression skills as they learn to use the tools available to behavioral scientists. Students choose to major in general psychology for many reasons. General Psychology can be students' primary area of interest within a liberal arts education that will lead to many professional opportunities that require a bachelor's degree, or it can be a pre-professional program leading to advanced study in graduate school. Popular types of graduate programs pursued by graduates of our program have been counseling, school psychology, education, clinical psychology, psychological science, social work, forensic psychology/criminal justice, industrial/organizational psychology, behavior analysis, law school and college administration.

Effective sports and recreation managers plan, organize and direct the operations of sports and fitness programs, activities and services. Whether working with a professional sports team, at a commercial fitness business or for a parks and recreation department, you’ll need competencies in marketing, leadership and project management to be successful. As a JMU sport and recreation management major, you will develop leadership skills through sound theoretical course work, innovative learning activities and mentoring opportunities. All of your major requirements are met through small classes, team learning experiences and meaningful personal contacts with faculty and industry professionals. With an emphasis on applied practical knowledge, your required internship will augment your classroom learning as you work alongside dynamic industry professionals in premier sport and recreation organizations. Along the way, your required classes will also earn you a useful general business minor. This program will challenge you to think critically, use technology and appreciate the global community.

Health Sciences is a launching point to a wide variety of professionally rewarding careers that make a real difference to your community. The Health Sciences major is designed for students interested in understanding the causes of disease, strategies for promoting wellness and behavior change, and the scientific basis and methodologies for analysis of health concerns for both individuals and populations. The major combines a broad foundation of health-related course work that allows the graduate to work in many health-related entry-level positions. Further, with a tailored choice of preparatory courses and the addition of a Pre-Professional Health Minor the graduate is suitable for entry into professional programs in dentistry, medicine, occupational therapy, optometry, pharmacy, physical therapy, physician assistant, public health and veterinary medicine.

A fizika a természet törvényeinek tanulmányozása, amelyek leírják a körülöttünk lévő univerzumot. JMU ban fizika szakosainknak lehetőségük van képzési programjaikat érdeklődési körüknek és karriercéljuknak megfelelően testreszabni. Olyan kurzusokat kínálunk, amelyek a fizika több aspektusára összpontosítanak, beleértve az anyagtudományt, a számítási fizikát, az elektronikát és az alkalmazott magfizikát. A hallgatókat erősen sürgetik, hogy karunkkal kutatási projekteket folytassanak, és gyakran szakmai konferenciákon mutatják be a kutatásokat, és készítsenek társszerzős publikációkat. Ezenkívül a fizikai és csillagászati osztályon belül számos lehetőség kínálkozik fizetett kutatási tapasztalatszerzésre.

Middle Grades Educators walk alongside adolescents during some of the most formative years of their life. They are eager to connect with their students and help them develop socially and emotionally in grades 6 through 8, collaborating with fellow teachers to create meaningful and integrated learning experiences for their students. Because the middle grades education field is so student-focused, our educational courses give our students a firm foundation from which to understand their students and to develop relational skills and learning strategies that will positively impact their students for years to come.

Industrial designers blend art, engineering, business, sociology, and anthropology, study people, and drive consumer behavior. The Industrial Design program at JMU equips students with the creative problem-solving skills necessary to become innovative design leaders. It empowers students to become positive social, environmental, and economic forces in their communities and professions.

A középfokú oktatók szenvedélyesen segítenek diákjaiknak felfedezni a tanulás csodáit. Szívesen fedezik fel a tartalmat mély és értelmes módon a 6–12. évfolyamos diákjaikkal, a kognitív komplexitás magasabb szintjén tanítva, mint általában a közép- vagy általános iskolai osztálytermekben. Mivel a középfokú oktatás annyira tartalomközpontú, diákjaink a saját tartalmi területükre szakosodnak, ami szilárd alapot ad számukra, hogy megfelelő kihívásokkal teli és integrált leckéket építsenek, amelyek az elkövetkező években hatással lesznek diákjaikra.

Anthropology is the documenting of the diverse ways humans live. At JMU, anthropology majors review many different factors to uncover the answers to these deep questions. The examination of artifacts, beliefs, and values helps anthropologists to obtain specific clues about human life. In order to gather information about beliefs and values, anthropologists often work directly with the people who they are studying. This fascinating, hands-on field offers a lifetime of learning experiences and remarkably flexible career options.

Biology is the interdisciplinary study of life in the world around us. As a biologist, you can explore botany, evolution, genetics, medicine, and a plethora of other topics. The JMU biology program is designed to engage undergraduates in hands-on research projects. Our students have access to state-of-the-art labs and instrumentation in microscopy, genome sequencing, animal research, microbiology, and more. Our faculty work hard to mentor our students and prepare them for their future. At JMU, our biology majors are more than just students—they are scientists.

There's more to JMU Communication Studies than meets the eye. We are a community engaged in teaching, researching, and practicing communication as central to cultivating ethical, productive, and meaningful lives and relationships. The JMU School of Communication Studies, one of the largest departments on campus with close to 800 majors and minors, features six unique thematic concentrations and a generalist option for students who want to take a wider range of classes. We also offer many engaged learning opportunities, ranging from service learning to undergraduate research, internships, and several exciting study abroad options.

Biotechnology is the use of biological components and/or processes to tackle human problems. Most often, biotechnological solutions come in the form of products or tools. The Biotechnology Degree Program at JMU leverages the strengths of three founding departments—Biology, Chemistry, and Biochemistry—and Integrated Science and Technology. It also incorporates two colleges—Science and Mathematics and Integrated Science and Engineering—to provide a unique program with both scientific and technical depth and cross-disciplinary breadth. Students undertake a rigorous curriculum, rich with three critically important areas: hands-on laboratory experiences; critical analyses of both the how and the why of biotechnological solutions; and the development of transferable skills to keep up in a rapidly changing field.

The program will prepare graduates to work collaboratively and interprofessionally. In the James Madison University Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD), students use creativity in learning from classroom experiences, case studies, computer applications, and problem-solving and decision-making projects. Students will gain research experience in their senior year. Students also obtain real-life experiences by completing a hospital-based practicum covering all aspects of dietetics practice.

The program will prepare students for graduate studies in speech-language pathology and audiology. There is a nationwide shortage of speech-language pathologists and audiologists so they are in strong demand for jobs. The undergraduate major can be pursued as a Bachelor of Science (B.S.).

This major prepares individuals to become special education teachers for students grades K-12. Students major in special education with a concentration in either general curriculum or adapted curriculum. General curriculum licensure prepares teacher candidates to work with students with disabilities who are pursuing a standard high school diploma, whereas Adapted curriculum licensure prepares teacher candidates to work with students with disabilities who are more significantly impacted by their disability and working on a specialized curriculum. Both licenses may be obtained through specialized advising.

A kémia sokrétű terület, amely magában foglalja az anyagok tulajdonságainak, összetételének és szerkezetének tanulmányozását. A JMU Kémiai és Biokémiai Tanszéke elég nagy ahhoz, hogy modern laboratóriumokat és fejlett műszereket kínáljon, és elég kicsi ahhoz, hogy a hallgatók gyakorlati tapasztalatokat szerezzenek ezzel a kutatási minőségű berendezéssel, és személyre szabott tanulmányi programokat folytassanak. Tanáraink a kémia minden fő területére szakosodtak, beleértve a szerves/szervetlen kémiát, a környezeti kémiát, a számítástechnikai kémiát és számos más résztudományt.