Psychology (BS)

Learning Outcomes

Students completing the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology are expected to:

demonstrate knowledge of significant facts, theories, and issues within the domain of psychology;
demonstrate critical thinking skills and knowledge of significant facts, theories, and issues in considering the relationship between Christianity and psychology;
display the critical thinking skills and research skills necessary to interpret and contribute to current psychological research;
apply spiritual and ethical principles to promoting the welfare of others; and
be prepared for employment or graduate studies in fields that are related to psychology.

Psychology BS Requirements

Specified Core Curriculum

Students earning a bachelor’s degree must complete all Core Curriculum requirements. The following specific core curriculum course(s) is required.

BIOL 3404 Physiology of Behavior 4 credits
PSYC 2004 General Psychology for Majors 4 credits

Major Courses

BIOL 3303 Animal Behavior 3 credits
PSYC 3123 Human Growth and Development 3 credits
PSYC 3143 Human-Information Processing 3 credits
PSYC 3403 Social Psychology 3 credits
PSYC 3413 Abnormal Psychology 3 credits
PSYC 3603 Personality 3 credits
RSCH 3803 Research Methods 3 credits
SEMR 2153 Information Literacy 3 credits
SOSC 2103 Sex, Courtship, and Marriage 3 credits
SOSC 3053 Professional and Ethical Issues in the Helping Professions 3 credits
SOSC 4703 Capstone in Social Science 3 credits
STAT 3203 Statistics 3 credits
Choose two (2) upper level Psychology courses (3000 or higher) 6 credits

Three (3) hours selected from the following:

SOSC 4213 Research Project 3 credits
SOSC 4803 Practicum in Social Science Variable credit

Electives

In addition to core curriculum (40-44 credit hours) and major course requirements, students must complete elective coursework appropriate to their degree. A minimum of 120 credit hours is required for most bachelor’s degrees, including elective coursework. Students are strongly encouraged to work with their advisor to identify courses that complement their program area.

Summary


Core Curriculum Requirements	40-44 hrs.

Major Requirements	45 hrs.

Electives	31-35 hrs.

	Total: 120 hrs.