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BA in Liberal Studies: Psychology Concentration

Concentration Overview

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The concentration in Psychology offered under the BA degree in Liberal Studies is an 18-credit program that focuses on psychological principles and research methods, and explores the psychological approaches to various problems in the humanities, social sciences and the life sciences. Students who complete this concentration may also earn an Undergraduate Certificate in Psychology.

Degree Requirements

  • A minimum of 18 credits must be upper level 300 level or above and no more than 6 credits in the area of study at the 100 level.

Credit Distribution

I. General Education Requirements (60 Credits)

II. Area of Study (33 Credits)

A. Concentration (18 credits)

PSY-211Developmental Psychology

3

PSY-350Abnormal Psychology

3

PSY-379Social Psychology

3
PSY-400History and Systems of Psychology

3

Select one course from the following:
PSY-352Psychology of Personality

3

PSY-360Organizational Theory

3

PSY-363Industrial Psychology

3

For TESU course options, please contact an Advisor.

B. Complete 12 Credits of Liberal Studies Courses

For additional TESU course options, please contact an Advisor.

C. Capstone

LIB-495Liberal Arts Capstone

3

III. Electives (27 Credits)

For TESU course options, go to Elective Courses.

Total Credit Hours: 120

Learning Outcomes

  • Demonstrate knowledge of the theoretical concepts, and historical trends in psychology
  • Use the scientific method to examine psychological questions
  • Articulate the importance of values, ethical standards and diversity in psychology
  • Apply psychological principles to personal, social and organizational issues