Psychology
The Department of Psychology offers the student exposure to the entire field of psychology in both theoretical and applied areas of the discipline. Such an orientation prepares a student for immediate entry into the workforce or for advanced study. Independent study programs are encouraged and student internships are made available in all areas of psychology.
Introductory Psychology (PSYC 201) is a prerequisite for all psychology courses.
Major Requirements
University Core
| Core | University Core Requirements | 37 |
Psychology majors must complete the following courses:
| PSYC 201 | Introductory Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC 211 | Quantitative Methods for Social Science | 3 |
| PSYC 311 | Rsrch Mthds & Statistics I : Foundation | 3 |
| XX xxx | Any speech-intensive (SI) course | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12 |
Applied Area
Choose two (2) courses:
| PSYC 301 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC 310 | Theories of Counseling & Psychotherapy | 3 |
| PSYC 333 | Substance Abuse & Behavior | 3 |
| PSYC 336 | Family Therapy & Family Systems | 3 |
| PSYC 377 | Instustrial Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC 380 | Personality Theories | 3 |
| PSYC 430 | Abnormal Child and Adolescent Psycholog | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 6 |
Social/Developmental Areas
Choose (2) two courses:
Cognitive/Biological Areas:
Choose two (2) courses:
Elective Courses
Choose three (3) courses:
| PSYC xxx | Any PSYC upper division courses not used above | 9 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 9 |
General Electives
| General Electives | Requirement | 44 |
Total Credit Hours: 120