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Psychology (BA)

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Psychology
About the ProgramProgram Requirements

Program Title

Psychology (BA)

Degree

Bachelor of Arts

Program Description

The department offers Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degree programs. Majors pursuing the Bachelor of Arts complete 45 semester hours in psychology with a grade of C- or better in courses counting toward the major and with at least a 2.00 psychology GPA. The department also recommends additional courses in other areas, depending on specific career goals.

Learning Goals

  • Students will demonstrate familiarity with the key concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, applications, and overarching themes in psychology

  • Students will understand and apply scientific reasoning to interpret psychological phenomena, including research design, data analysis, and interpretation, as well as use critical and creative thinking, skeptical inquiry, and innovative problem solving to investigate problems related to behavior and mental processes

  • Students will respect and apply ethical standards to evaluate psychological science and practice, while developing and enhancing interpersonal relationships, and adopting values that build community at all levels (locally, nationally, and globally)

  • Students will demonstrate effective communication in writing, presentations, and interactions with others for scientific and other purposes

  • Students will apply psychological principles and skills to personal, social, and organizational issues and goals, and develop meaningful direction for life after graduation

Double-counting Restriction

Majors may not double count more than 16 semester hours (SH) with another major.

Departmental honors requirements

Award of departmental honors recognizes outstanding performance and dedication in the psychology major. To graduate with honors in psychology, students must do the following:
• Complete all the requirements for either the B.A. or B.S. in psychology.
• Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.25 and a psychology GPA of 3.50,
• Score at least 80 percent on the comprehensive examination,
• Complete PSYC-525 Independent Research for two semester hours, and
• Present their independent research in an approved public forum.

Psi Chi

Students who meet the requisite standards will be invited to join the international psychology honor society.

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