Bachelor of Science

Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Program

The B.S. Psychology degree is designed around the American Psychological Association (APA) guidelines for the undergraduate psychology major. Students will develop an understanding of human learning, emotions, and behaviors. Learners will also develop skills in research, writing, problem solving, and critically synthesizing and evaluating information, which are valued in a wide range of professions beyond psychology. Successful graduates of this program are prepared to continue their studies at the graduate level or pursue careers in a variety of fields that employ psychological knowledge and skills, including public service, law enforcement, business, sales, market research, health care, and social services. 

Students who complete the B.S. in Psychology will be proficient in the following student learning outcomes:

  1. Examine the Biblical Foundations of psychology.
  2. Apply the theories and research findings of the discipline to psychological phenomena.
  3. Distinguish between the major perspectives of psychology.
  4. Demonstrate ability to apply counseling methods.
  5. Produce an original research paper involving data collection and analysis.
  6. Exhibit ethical behavior in the field based on spiritual principles.

Major Requirements

Item #
Title
Hours
Sub-Total Hours
3

PY or SO Electives

Sub-Total Hours
12

Free Electives

Sub-Total Hours
10-11

General Education Requirements

Social and Behavioral Sciences

(no grade below C) 

Item #
Title
Hours
Sub-Total Hours
3

Science and Mathematics

(no grade below C) 

Item #
Title
Hours
Sub-Total Hours
6

Each course taken by the student may be applied to only one program: general education, major, minor or free electives.

General Education Requirements

Total Hours
120