The Minor in Psychology is designed for students who desire a full bachelor’s degree in psychology. The degree will prepare students for careers and further education in Utah, the Mountain West, and nationwide by (a) creating a curriculum built around the five pillars of psychology described by the American Psychological Association (APA); (b) emphasizing skills desired by employers (e.g., written communication, critical thinking, working in teams); and (c) providing engaged learning experiences (e.g., service-learning, internship, capstone) about current psychological topics.
Total Program Credits: 18
Discipline Core Requirements: | 18 Credits | ||
PSY 1010 | General Psychology SS | 3 | |
PSY 2710 | Introduction to Brain and Behavior SS | 3 | |
PSY 2300 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 | |
PSY 3420 | Cognitive Psychology WE | 3 | |
PSY 350G | Social Psychology GI | 3 | |
Development Requirement. Complete ONE of the following: | 3 | ||
PSY 3200 | Infancy and Childhood Development WE (3) | ||
PSY 3210 | Adolescent Development WE (3) | ||
PSY 3220 | Adult Development and Aging WE (3) |
Graduation Requirements:
This graduation plan is a sample plan and is intended to be a guide. Your specific plan may differ based on your Math and English placement and/or transfer credits applied. You are encouraged to meet with an advisor and set up an individualized graduation plan in Wolverine Track.
Semester 1 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
PSY 1010 | General Psychology SS | 3 |
Semester total: | 3 | |
Semester 2 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
PSY 2300 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 |
Semester total: | 3 | |
Semester 3 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
PSY 2710 | Introduction to Brain & Behavior SS | 3 |
Semester total: | 3 | |
Semester 4 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
Elective | 3 | |
Semester total: | 3 | |
Semester 5 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
PSY 3420 | Cognitive Psychology WE | 3 |
Semester total: | 3 | |
Semester 6 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
PSY 350G | Social Psychology GI | 3 |
Semester total: | 3 | |
Degree total: | 18 |
The Behavioral Science department is in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. To find the most up-to-date information, including Program Learning Outcomes for degree programs offered by the Behavioral Science department, visit their website.
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