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Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
The Bachelor of Arts in Psychology examines the workings of the human mind by studying aspects of developmental, organizational, and abnormal psychology. Emphasis is on applying the science of human behavior to vocational, personal, academic, and clinical settings. This online bachelor’s degree is intended for students who are interested in public-facing professions such as politics, law, counseling, human services, education, law enforcement, military service, human-computer interaction, and public management.
Degree Program Objectives
In addition to the institutional and degree level learning objectives, graduates of this program are expected to achieve these learning outcomes:
- Articulate the major theoretical, historical, and conceptual ideas that underpin the broad discipline and specialty areas of psychological science.
- Evaluate psychological research using scientific and quantitative reasoning.
- Identify the education, roles, ethical standards, and professional responsibilities of psychologists in research, practice, and academic contexts.
- Create clear and concise professional communications appropriate to different audiences and people with diverse backgrounds.
- Develop evidence of skills, qualifications, and work ethics that graduate programs and employers desire in psychology graduates.
Degree at a Glance
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General Education Requirements
30
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Major Required
54
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Final Program Requirement
3
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Elective Requirements
33
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Total Semester Hours
120
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Degree Program Requirements
General Education (30 semester hours)
| Arts & Humanities (6 semester hours) 1 |
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Select 2 courses from the following:
6
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| Civics, Political & Social Sciences (6 semester hours) 2 |
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Select 2 courses from the following:
6
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| Communication: Writing, Oral, and Multimedia (9 semester hours) |
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Select 1 course from the following:
3
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| History (3 semester hours) |
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Select 1 course from the following:
3
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| Mathematics and Applied Reasoning (3 semester hours) |
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Select 1 course from the following:
3
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| Natural Sciences (3 semester hours) |
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Select 1 course from the following:
3
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Total Semester Hours
30
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Major Required (54 semester hours)
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Select 6 courses from the following:
18
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Introduction to Child Development
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Human Sexuality
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Child and Adolescent Development
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Infant-Toddler Development
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Introduction to Social Psychology
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Psychology of Addiction & Substance Abuse
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Adult Development
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Psychology of Terrorism
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Psychology of Disaster
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Psychology of Combat
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Sports Psychology
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Total Semester Hours
54
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Final Program Requirement (3 semester hours)
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Total Semester Hours
3
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Elective Requirements (33 semester hours)
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Select any courses that have not been used to fulfill requirements listed above. Credits applied toward a minor or certificate in an unrelated field may be used to fulfill elective credit for the major.
33
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Total Semester Hours
33
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All literature courses require successful completion of ENGL101-Proficiency in Writing or ENGL110-Making Writing Relevant.
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All literature courses require successful completion of ENGL101-Proficiency in Writing or ENGL110-Making Writing Relevant.
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Prerequisite: Senior Standing and completion of all major courses prior to enrollment. Must be taken as the last course before graduation.