Psychology

Psychology is the study of human behavior. The major provides a foundation in human physiological, mental, intellectual, personality, and social development. Specific coursework is focused on research, theories and processes useful for understanding oneself and others both as individuals and as members of various societies, groups, cultures and organizations. Psychology students are encouraged to think critically, to analyze and integrate information from other disciplines and sources, and to draw conclusions which can lead to the application of psychology to the identification and realization of individual and group goals. The study of psychology partners well with liberal arts coursework and facilitates ethical thinking, self-awareness and empathy within a global community. Students are prepared for graduate study leading to professions in counseling and psychotherapy, teaching, church ministry, youth work, law enforcement, research, marketing, organizational development, personnel services, social advocacy, community services, rehabilitation, gerontology, and social work.

Degree Requirements

Required Major Courses

PSY 12053PRINCIPLES OF PSYCHOLOGY

PSY 30153THEORIES OF PERSONALITY

PSY 30353PSYCH OF ABNORMAL BEHAVIOR

PSY 31354PHYSIOLOGICAL PSYCHOLOGY

PSY 32253RESEARCH DESIGN AND ANALYSIS

PSY 32353DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY

PSY 36000STATISTICS FOR SOCIAL SCIENCES

PSY 40854HISTORY & SYSTEMS OF PSYCHOLOGY

PSY 49201SEMINAR IN PSYCHOLOGY

SOC 30653ETHNIC RELTNS & MULTICLTRL

OR

PSY 32153SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY

PSY 49201 Seminar in Psychology: CAPSTONE COURSE