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Nov 22, 2024
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2016-2017 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Psychology B.A.
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Learning outcomes for the psychology major are to:
- Understand theory and content of psychology
- Understand research methods used in psychology
- Demonstrate critical thinking skills
- Apply psychological principles to societal issues
- Use technology to gather information
- Communicate effectively
- Build a community of diverse learners
- Demonstrate career planning and development
What jobs are available for psychology graduates?
- Case manager of mental health worker
- Researcher or data analyst
- Crime victim’s advocate
- At-risk youth worker
- Social services coordinator
- Human resources worker or recruiter
- College development worker
A major in psychology is intended to prepare students for employment in human services in baccalaureate-level positions and for graduate study in applied areas. In addition to completing the General University Course Requirements, psychology majors are required to complete lower-division requirements, major requirements, and 12-24 credits of electives. Lower-division and major requirement classes may not be taken pass/no pass or fall below a C- (1.7) grade.
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2. Lower-division Requirements: 15 credits
3. Major Requirements: 45 credits
4. Major Electives (as needed): 12-24 credits
Students select from the following list or may take other department-chair-approved elective courses
to satisfy elective credits.
Minimum total credits 120, including 48 upper-division credits
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