Psychology
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Earning your Bachelor of Arts in Psychology degree can help you strengthen your communication skills and critical thinking, as well as develop an understanding of the major theories of psychology, the scientific methodology, the impact of cultural factors on the field, and the connection between psychology theory, concepts, research, and clinical application. Along the way, our faculty will be committed to helping you succeed and achieve your goals, whether that means preparing for graduate studies or for one of the many possible exciting careers in psychology.
Prepare for Your Psychology Career
Admission Requirements
Please see the South University academic catalog for program specific admissions requirements.Career Outlook
The BA in Psychology program is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions such as:
- Counselor Aide
- Therapeutic Assistant
- Academic Advisor
- Career Advisor
- Human Resources Administrator
- Case Worker
- Behavioral Intervention Specialist
- Child Care Worker
- Community Organizer
Course Requirements
(must be taken concurrently with BIO1012 Anatomy and Physiology I Lab)
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(must be taken concurrently with BIO1014 Anatomy and Physiology II Lab)
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*NOTE: If a Psychology (BA) student chooses to take an Anatomy and Physiology course, only BIO 1011 and BIO 1013 satisfy the Natural Sciences requirement. Students enrolling in either course must, however, also take the related co-requisite lab courses: BIO 1012 and BIO 1014 respectively. Students electing this option for their Natural Sciences requirement will complete 184 credit hours of work for their degree, depending on their exact choice.
Transfer students may transfer any course to help fulfill the elective pool requirements, provided the course meets the standards of the Credit for Transcripted and Non-transcripted Work policy found in the Academic Affairs section of this catalog.
Non-transfer students, with their advisor's consultation and approval may choose courses from any department recommended and listed course or more broadly from any course offered by South University. Work from other fields must include any required prerequisite courses in the elective field.
A course can be used to meet only one requirement in Area I, Area II, or Area III, but not simultaneously in two areas. Students should work with their academic advisor or counselor to be sure they are making appropriate course choices.
(must be taken concurrently with PSY2008 Statistics for Behavioral Sciences Lab)
(must be taken concurrently with PSY2061 Research Methods Lab)
(must be taken concurrently with PSY3002 Cognitive Psychology Lab)
(must be taken concurrently with PSY3011 Social Psychology Lab)
Students must take one course within each of the four areas below (16 credit hours) plus an additional 20 credit hours (5 courses) from any area below. Students should work with their academic counselor or program director to be sure they are making appropriate course choices.
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Note: Senior Thesis I and Senior Thesis II jointly count as one capstone option.
Outcomes
Graduates will be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of the major theories and content areas comprising the foundation of psychology.
- Actively engage in the process of critically evaluating concepts, theories, research, and applications in the field.
- Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of cultural factors impacting the field of Psychology according to historical and current issues.
- Develop effective verbal and written communication skills necessary in the field. Specifically, students will demonstrate an ability to write and present psychological concepts including an ability to communicate clearly and effectively using APA style.
- Apply the principles of scientific methodology according to human, social, and applied context.
- Demonstrate awareness and understanding of current and future professional issues in the field of Psychology including an understanding of The Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct.
- Demonstrate an understanding and articulate a need for continued professional growth in the field.
- Understand and articulate the connection between theory, concepts, research and clinical application in the field for current and emerging issues.
Outstanding Education for Remarkable Careers
We're committed to helping our graduates make an impact in their professional and personal lives. We applaud our alumni and the difference they make. Check out what some of our counseling and psychology graduates have to say.
