The B.A. degree in Psychology offers a broad study of behavior and provides the academic preparation required for graduate training. This degree is designed around the American Psychological Association (APA) guidelines for the undergraduate psychology major.
Students who complete the B.A. in Psychology will be proficient in the following student learning outcomes:
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Apply Biblical foundations to psychological concepts and issues as it applies to ethical behavior.
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Successfully organize research ideas based upon the scientific method.
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Demonstrate acquisition of actual knowledge with regards to their own behavior, to ways of interacting with others, and to their roles in culture and society.
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Construct research papers based upon principles of the scientific method.
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Construct portfolio(s) reflecting acquisition of knowledge on abnormal behavior using scientific research and critical thought.
Psychology Core Curriculum
Major Requirements
PY Electives
Foreign Language requirement
Free Electives*
*Minor recommended [cannot be within the Psychological Sciences Department]
General Education Requirements
Social and Behavioral Sciences
(no grade below C)
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PY 101 Principles of Psychology may be substituted for PY 105 Introduction to Psychology for the Major for transfer students or students who have changed their major to psychology and have already taken PY 101 Principles of Psychology or equivalent.
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PY 105 - Introduction to Psychology for Majors is required for all other majors.
Science and Mathematics
(no grade below C)
Each course taken by the student may be applied to only one program: general education, major, minor or free electives.