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USF
Psychology Program Description
The
Psychology Department at the University of St. Francis offers
a general psychology program developed in accordance with
the recommended guidelines of the American Psychological Association
for undergraduate study. The purpose of the program is to provide
a solid foundation for students to pursue advanced studies at
graduate schools or to begin work at entry-level positions. The
program ensures the core elements as well as the dynamic aspects
in the discipline through its well-balanced required and elective
courses. Psychology students are to study how psychologists perform
inquiries using scientific methods; to understand how the heredity-environment
interaction influences people’s cognition, personality, learning,
intelligence, emotion, motivation, morality, social relationships,
and their developmental changes across the life-span; to learn
theories in abnormal psychology, assessment/testing instruments,
and psychotherapies to help those in need; and to appreciate the
evolutionary course of psychology as a scientific discipline:
its history and systems. Psychology students are also encouraged
to learn through internship experiences in clinical/human services
settings or/and in doing empirical research with faculty. The
program also serves students who wish to complement their academic
specialization in other major areas of study.
General
Psychology Major Program
Psychology
Minor Program
Gerontology
Minor Program
USF
Psychology Program Goals
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Development of an ability to think scientifically about behavior.
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Development
of an increased awareness of human diversity and the necessity
of representing this diversity in all data.
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Development
of a broad and deep knowledge base which brings about a better
understanding of the diversity of the field.
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Development
of methodological competence.
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Practical
experience and application of research and theory.
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Development
of effective oral and written communication skills, including
understanding of the discipline's books and journals.
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Development
of an increased sensitivity to ethical issues.
Our
goals are consistent with the guidelines for qualified undergraduate
psychology programs developed by the American Psychological Association
(APA). Click APA to find out
more information about this organization. Click Simplified
Version or Detailed
Version of APA's guidelines for undergraduate psychology programs
to read the specific goals and desired outcomes.
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