Psychology
Psychology is the scientific study of the behavior and mental processes of humans and other organisms. By using the scientific method, basic research psychologists try to describe, explain, predict, and control behavior; and applied psychologists try to improve the quality of life.
The psychology program at the University of St. Francis has a focus on human behavior and mental processes. It serves students who wish to pursue graduate studies in the field, enter the work force, or complement academic specialization in other fields. Psychology courses are also chosen by students to fulfill general education requirements in the social awareness area.
General Psychology Major Program (45 semester hours)
| Required
Courses (36 semester hours) |
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| MATH 105 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 |
| OR |
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| MATH 175 | Statistics | 4* |
| PSYC 111 | General Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC 240 | Life-Span Development | 3 |
| PSYC 250 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC 311 | Social Psychology | 3 |
| PSYC 332 | Theories of Learning | 3 |
| PSYC 333 | Research Methods in Behavioral Sciences I | 4 |
| PSYC 334 | Research Methods in Behavioral Sciences II | 2 |
| PSYC 350 | Personality | 3 |
| PSYC 453 | History and Systems of Psychology | 3 |
| Choose
any TWO from the following three courses: |
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| PSYC 341 | Child Development | 3 |
| PSYC 342 | Adolescent Development | 3 |
| PSYC 343 | Adult Development and Aging | 3 |
| Elective
Courses (9 semester hours) |
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| PSYC XXX | Electives in Psychology (3 hours must be 300-400 level) | 9 |
*Recommended
*Information and Courses subject to change.