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a solid foundation in the content, methods and processes of
psychology. Students will develop an understanding of
human behavior from a psychological perspective and may
acquire practical experience by demonstrating competency
through a variety of tasks designed to measure their ability
and expertise. Graduates may pursue graduate studies in
psychology or other social sciences or enter careers that
emphasize interpersonal relations and human resource management.
Psychology Curriculum
Bachelor of Arts
B.A./B.S. Core:
48 credits
Liberal Arts Core:
18 credits
Major Courses
Courses are 3 credits unless otherwise indicated.
PSY 108 Introduction to Psychology
PSY 211 Human Growth and Development
PSY 215 Psychology of Abnormal Behavior
PSY 216 Psychology of Personality
PSY 224 Research Methods in Psychology
PSY 305 Cognitive Psychology
PSY 444 Senior Seminar In Psychology
PSY
Four Psychology electives
Major Credits: 33
Free electives Credits: 21
Total Credits: 120
Psychology majors may choose to focus on a specific area of
psychology. Students must take a minimum of 12 credits in
the concentration.
Child and Adolescent Development Concentration
The following courses in place of the psychology electives:
PSY 311 Child and Adolescent Development
3 credits
PSY 314 Disorders of Childhood & Adolescence
3 credits
and one of the following: 3 credits
PSY 201 Educational Psychology
PSY 312 Psychology of Childhood & Adolescent
Adjustment
PSY 319 Social Development in Childhood &
Adolescence
and one of the following or a second from the three listed
above: 3 credits
PSY 230 Psychology of Individual Differences &
Special Needs
PSY 291 Experiential Learning Practicum
PSY 315 Counseling Process & Techniques
PSY 325 Advanced Research Methods
PSY 335 Assessment & Testing
PSY 443 Psychology Internship
PSY 480 Independent Study in Psychology
Total Credits: 12
Forensic Psychology Concentration
Forensic Psychologists work at the intersection between psychology
and law. The Forensic Psychology concentration
challenges students to apply their research skills, psychological
knowledge, and critical thinking abilities to a variety
of issues facing the legal system. Students who concentrate
in this area study subjects such as:
• how psychologists serve as expert witnesses and
advisors in courts
• motives and patterns of criminal behavior
• definitions for insanity
• treatment, rehabilitation and assessments used in
corrections and in private practice
• eyewitness memory
• criminal profiling
The following two courses should be taken in place of the
psychology electives:
PSY 305 Forensic Psychology 3 credits
PSY 310 Criminal Psychology 3 credits
Select two of the following courses: 6 credits
PSY 257 Social Psychology
PSY 315 Counseling Processes and Techniques
PSY 318 Introduction to Forensic Counseling*
SOC 324 Sociology of Crime and Violence
Total Credits: 12
* Introduction to Forensic Counseling (PSY 318) requires
Counseling Processes and Techniques (PSY 315) as a prerequisite.
Science
Department Chair: Dr. Kevin Degnan
Science is increasingly becoming a significant influence on
our lives, from our personal life style choices to global politics.
A fundamental understanding and appreciation of scientific
findings and their impact on society is critical to
meeting the many complex issues and challenges of our
times. Science courses at SNHU provide an appreciation for
and competency in cross-disciplinary topics that allow graduates
to make informed and meaningful decisions for themselves,
their society, and the generations to come.
Of particular interest to the science faculty are current global
environmental issues. To encourage all students to achieve
a level of environmental literacy and pursue a sustainable
life style, the science department offers an environmental
studies minor, specifically designed for the non-science
major. Regardless of your major, environmental literacy can
add another dimension to your education and provide an
edge in the competitive job market