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Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

The Psychology curriculum is designed to (1) prepare students for advanced study in psychology; (2) support, through electives, programs of study in other disciplines; (3) give a basis for entry into the job market; (4) arouse the curiosity of all students regarding human behavior; (5) provide opportunities for experiences outside the classroom by way of field programs and practical experiences. 

The student majoring in psychology must, in addition to meeting the general education requirements:

Basic Core (12 hours):
Topical Core (15 hours must be chosen from these classes):
Other:

Curriculum

The matrix below is a sample plan for all coursework required for this program.

Fall Credits
ENGL 1013 Composition I 1
3
USHG 1XXX U S HISTORY & GOVERNMENT 1
3
MATH XXXX 1
3
TECH 1001 Orientation to the University 1
Elective  2, 3 6
Total Hours 16
Spring Credits
ENGL 1023 Composition II 1
3
SCIL 1XXX SCIENCE WITH LABORATORY 1
4
PSY 2003 General Psychology 5 3
Elective  2, 3 6
Total Hours 16

Fall Credits
SOC 1003 Introductory Sociology 3
PSY Topical Core  4
6
Elective  2, 3 6
Total Hours 15
Spring Credits
ANTH 1213 Introduction to Anthropology or ANTH 2003 Cultural Anthropology 3
PSY Topical Core  4
6
Elective  2, 3 6
Total Hours 15

Fall Credits
PSY (3000- 4000 level) 6
Electiv  2, 3 9
Total Hours 15

1See appropriate alternatives or substitutions in "General Education Requirements".
2A minor or second degree must be completed.
3At least 40 of the total hours required for graduation must be 3000 - 4000 level courses.
4See appropriate options in "Topical Core" above.
5Psychology majors must earn a grade of 'C' or higher.