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2011-2012 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2011-2012 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Psychology B.A./B.S.


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Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)/ Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Degree


(May be either depending on option selected.)

Major in Psychology


(Major Code: 119)

University core curriculum requirements as outlined below in the curriculum guide for major in psychology.

Psychology Core Requirements


Prerequisite for Advanced Psychology Classes


PSYC 2301  is the prerequisite for all advanced (3000- and 4000-level) courses except PSYC 3310 .

Options in Psychology


Option I—Professional Psychology


The Professional Psychology Option follows recommendations from nationwide graduate programs and prepares students to pursue a master’s or a doctoral degree in various psychology specializations.

Recommended courses for any graduate specialization:

Note:

Students should consult with departmental faculty for recommendations on other psychology specializations.

Option II—General Psychology


The General Psychology Option provides a background for students whose career goals are in psychology-related fields (e.g., entering law school or the ministry) but not in becoming a psychologist.

Curriculum Guide (suggested course sequence)


Major in Psychology

First Year


Second Year


Semester 2: 16-19 hours


Third Year


Semester 1: 15-16 hours


Semester 2: 15 hours


Fourth Year


Semester 1: 15 hours


  • PSYC adv. elective 3
  • PSYC adv. elective 3
  • Adv. elective 3
  • Adv. elective 3
  • B.A. requirement or elective 3

Semester 2: 10-15 hours


Note:


*PSYC requirement—one course from PSYC 4360  or PSYC 4355 ; two courses from PSYC 3350 , PSYC 3320 , PSYC 3430 ,

  , PSYC 3370 or  .

**Elective hours to be determined based on hours remaining to complete degree.

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