The minor in Psychology is structured to provide a sampling of the main areas of psychology.
Contact Information
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the minor degree in Psychology:
- Students will demonstrate fundamental knowledge and comprehension of the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, historical trends, and empirical findings to discuss how psychological principles apply to behavioral problems.
- Students will develop skills in scientific reasoning and problem solving.
Requirements
Students must achieve the following program requirements for all courses listed under Program Requirements and Program Required Courses for the Psychology minor.
Program Requirements
Minor Credits: 201
Minimum GPA: 2.0
Minimum Grade: C
Program Required Courses
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses | ||
| PSY 1105 | General Psychology | 4 |
| or PSY 2208 | Lifespan Developmental Psychology | |
| PSY 3330 | Research Methods | 4 |
| or PSY 3331 | Statistics | |
| Electives | ||
| Students must complete at least 12 additional upper division PSY elective credits (numbered 3000 or higher) to reach the 20 credit minimum for the minor. 2 | 12 | |
| Total Credits | 20 | |
- 1
Students must complete 20 credits of PSY courses to earn the minor. Students who completed PSY credits at institutions where credits are awarded at lesser values should work with their advisor to select courses to achieve 20 credits total.
- 2
MGT 3550 Organizational Behavior will also be accepted as meeting an upper division psychology elective.