Psychology, B.A.

The purpose of the psychology program is to provide students with a grasp of the guiding psychological principles of human behavior. Coursework falls into three categories: a clinical/counseling concentration, a social/experimental concentration, and a developmental concentration. Students are free to choose courses within each of these three categories to fulfill the requirements for the major. The program emphasizes applied career-related experiences as well as a foundation in the broad theoretical issues of contemporary psychology. Coursework and practicum experiences also are designed to develop in students an enhanced social awareness, an appreciation of individual differences, and a sense of social responsibility.

A minor is required for a B.A. in Psychology.

Due to the nature of its audience, the curriculum for the Psychology major offered in Maryville’s Weekend and Evening College format varies slightly from the traditional undergraduate curriculum. The WEC general education requirements retain the same focus and content but have different course restrictions and credit hours as affected by the 3-4 credit hour variances. Specific WEC major or minor requirements can be found in any WEC office.