Psychology Major (BA Traditional)
The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Psychology at Concordia University, St. Paul, allows students to gain a deeper understanding of the field of psychology with a focus on human behavior, cognition, interaction, and development. The broad scope of courses in the major offers students a comprehensive learning experience concentrating specifically on psychological foundations. Classroom and experiential learning opportunities will prepare students to enter a career of choice or graduate school.
General Education Requirements
All degree seeking undergraduate students must complete the general education requirements.
Degree Requirements
A bachelor of Arts degree consists of a major of typically 30 to 44 credits or two minors, general education courses, upper-level requirements, and elective courses totaling a minimum of 120 credits.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Psychology Courses | ||
| PSY 102 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 230 | Lifespan Developmental Psychology | 4 |
| PSY 300 | Cognition, Learning and Memory | 4 |
| PSY 330 | Counseling and the Helping Professional | 4 |
| PSY 360 | Psychopathology | 4 |
| PSY 370 | Personality Theories | 4 |
| PSY 380 | Research Methods with Statistical Applications | 4 |
| PSY 451 | Social Psychology | 4 |
| Required Experiential Learning | 8 | |
| To complete the Experiential Learning requirement in the Psychology major, students must complete one of the following options: | ||
| Option 1 | ||
| Psychology Research Practicum (4) | ||
| Psychology Research Practicum (4) | ||
| Option 2 | ||
| Psychology Internship (1-8) | ||
| Electives | ||
| Select 4 additional credits from the following: | 4 | |
| Child Psychology and Development (4) | ||
| Adolescent Psychology (4) | ||
| Physiological Psychology (4) | ||
| Forensic and Legal Psychology (4) | ||
| Alternatively, for elective credit students may select from courses in CJU, FAS, or SOC | ||
| Total Credits | 43 | |