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

Psychology majors must complete the following courses:

PSYC 411WIRsrch Mthds & Stats II : Appl

3

Total Credit Hours:15

Applied Area

Choose three additional 3-credit hour courses from the following applied areas:
PSYC 401

3

PSYC 420

3

Total Credit Hours:9

Basic Research Areas

Choose three additional 3-credit hour courses from the following basic research areas
PSYC 309History & Systems Psychology

3

PSYC 351

PSYC 352Learning and Cognition

3

PSYC 417Advanced Child Development

3

Total Credit Hours:9

Elective Courses

Choose two additional 3-credit hour Psychology elective courses:
Total Credit Hours:6

Total Credit Hours: 39

Minor Requirements

A psychology minor consists of the following courses:

PSYC xxx: May include only one special topics course

Total Credit Hours: 15