Psychology Major Requirements

BS with a Major in Psychology

The BS with a major in psychology is recommended for students planning graduate work in psychology or a related field or who anticipate a career in a psychology-related field. The program of study requires a minimum of 42 hours, including either PSYC 10213, 10514 or 10524, plus PSYC 30503 and 40993. At least one course must be taken from each of the following five areas, plus at least one additional course from areas A, B, C or D. A minor or second major is required for the BS degree in psychology.

Area A: PSYC 30463, 30483, 50513

Area B: PSYC 30433*, 30473*, 30414*

Area C: PSYC 30453*, 30423*, 40433*

Area D: PSYC 30443, 40493*, 30353 or 30343*

Area E: PSYC 30363, 30373, 40463

*Courses that require MATH 10043 and PSYC 30503 as prerequisites.

A maximum of six hours of PSYC 40960 and/or 40970 may be applied to the 42 minimum required hours in psychology, but additional hours may be taken as psychology electives.

A total of 124 hours is required for the BS degree.

BA with a Major in Psychology

This BA with a major in psychology is suited for students who have a general interest in psychology, but do not plan a career in psychology or a psychology-related field. It may prove suitable for a variety of career objectives not subsumed under the BS program. The program of study requires a minimum of 30 hours, including either PSYC 10213, 10514 or 10524, plus PSYC 30503 and 40993. At least one course must be taken from each of the five areas listed in under the BS degree requirements. A maximum of six hours of PSYC 40960 and/or 40970 may be applied to the 30 minimum required hours in psychology, but additional hours may be taken as psychology electives. A minor or second major is required for the BA in psychology. Associated Requirements: Same as for the BS degree.

A total of 124 hours is required for the BA degree.





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