Overview
Psychology is the scientific study of human behavior and mental processes. As a Bachelor of Science program, the Applied Psychology degree involves a rigorous scientific foundation with an additional nonscientific and clinical application. This program emphasizes theories and methods that culminate in the acquisition of a specific set of skills in one of two experiential tracks emphasizing hands-on engagement.
Criminal Psychology (incorporating forensic psychological screening, clinical case studies, neuropsychological/physiological case studies, treatment plan design and composition, case manager psycho-social report writing, forensic interviewing techniques, etc.)
Culture, Inclusion and Diversity (incorporating interdisciplinary applied content drawn from the disciplines of psychology, sociology and anthropology)
Degree Requirements
Required Major Courses
Criminal Psychology Track
| PSY 37000 | CRIMINAL PROFILING (3) | |
| PSY 37001 | PSYCHOLOGY OF TERRORISM (3) | |
| PSY 37002 | CRIMINAL PSYCHOLOGY: SCIENTIFIC ANALYSIS OF CRIMINAL BEHAVIOR (3) | |
| PSY 37040 | PSYCHOLOGY & THE LAW (3) | |
| Four upper division credits from PSY, ADC, or HUS courses | |
Culture and Inclusion and Diversity Track
Bridge Option
The Bridge Option represents an opportunity for Ottawa University undergraduates who plan on pursuing a graduate degree at the University the chance for advanced, graduate learning as an undergraduate. The Bridge Option helps bridge the transfer between the undergraduate and graduate levels. The programs open to Bridge students will vary depending on when the courses are offered and student readiness.
As a senior in the Bridge Option, students will enroll in up to three graduate-level classes that will count toward the total degree requirements of 120 credit hours for the bachelor's degree and toward the 39 hours required for the graduate program. A special course number has been assigned to courses in the Bridge Option. Students will need to understand the requirements for these courses are more rigorous.
Eligible students who meet the following criteria may qualify for Ottawa University's Bridge Option.
Junior standing or higher (at least 90 credit hours)
A minimum cumulative OU grade point average of 3.0
Have earned a minimum of 12 credits in residence at Ottawa University
OU students should talk with their advisor about this opportunity and their qualifications for the Bridge Option in their junior year before degree completion.
Bridge Option Course List
Career Opportunities
While this degree program's curriculum is conceived to prepare students for graduate study, it also provides excellent training to students who wish to directly enter the workforce as child protective services agents, adoption agents, criminal investigators, federal agents, police officers, clinical case managers, criminal case managers, correctional agents, parole officers etc.