Psychology, B.A.

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Degree Planning Sheet with Full-Time Sample Course Plan  

This sample plan represents a full-time pace. Part-time options are available; please connect with the recruitment team to learn more.

 

The purpose of the psychology program is to provide students with a grasp of the guiding psychological principles of human behavior. Coursework is designed to adhere to recommendations by the American Psychological Association which emphasizes a broad foundation including courses in experimental methodology, critical thinking, human development, and the biological, social, and clinical aspects of behavior. The program emphasizes applied career-related experiences as well as a foundation in the broad theoretical issues of contemporary psychology. Coursework and internship experiences also are designed to develop in students an enhanced social awareness, an appreciation of individual differences, and a sense of social responsibility.

For students interested in exploring an area of psychology in more detail, we offer a concentration/minor in both Developmental Psychology and in Industrial and Organizational (I/O) Psychology.  Please see the respective minor for more details.  Note: Currently both concentrations are offered only in a hybrid format, where some courses are only available online and others only available face to face.  

 

Program Mission

The Mission of the Psychology program is to provide students with a foundation to understand human behavior through the lens of psychology, to prepare students for success in post-baccalaureate career paths. 

Consistent with this mission, the Psychology program is committed to providing students

1. an active learning environment to develop the needed knowledge base in psychology. 
2. hands-on research opportunities that emphasize the science of psychology.
3. opportunities to develop an understanding of diversity, broadly defined as it impacts the field of psychology.
4. the basis for understanding why we must take an ethical approach to studying and using psychology.   
5. opportunities to develop communication skills applied to the field of psychology.
6. professional development opportunities related to psychology.
7. opportunities to develop the critical thinking skills required to thrive in our world today.

 

Disclaimer: The program requirements outlined in this catalog are applicable only to students who enroll in this degree program at the university during the academic year specified in this catalog.  Please be aware that program requirements and offerings are subject to change in future academic years. Dual-enrolled students are not admitted to a degree program, but upon admission to a degree program, they will follow the degree requirements that align with their start term.