UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG - UMUC Europe

ACHEloR’s dEgREEs
Psychology
Students may seek either an academic major or minor in
psychology.
Major in Psychology
The psychology major provides students with a knowledge
base of theory, research, and practice in psychological sciences.
The curriculum enables students to use the principles of
psychology and prepares students for graduate study or for
careers in professions for which psychological training is
crucial.
objectives
The student who graduates with a major in psychology will be
able to
G Explain major perspectives of psychology (e.g., behavioral,
biological, cognitive, evolutionary, humanistic,
psychodynamic, and sociocultural).
G Describe the basic characteristics of the science of
psychology.
G Explain different research methods used by psychologists.
G Identify appropriate applications of psychology in solving
problems.
G Use and engage critical thinking effectively.
G Demonstrate knowledge of relevant ethical issues and
general understanding of the American Psychological
Association ethics code.
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degree Requirements
A degree with a major in psychology requires the successful
completion of 120 credits of coursework including 33 credits
for the major (indicated by F); 41 credits in general education
requirements (GERs); and 46 credits in the minor, electives,
and other requirements. At least 17 credits in the major must
be earned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above).
requirements for the psychology
Major
Coursework for a major in psychology includes the
following:
G Required foundation courses (9 credits):
PSYC 100 and 305 and STAT 225 (or STAT 200)
G Natural science psychology courses (6 credits):
Chosen from BIOL 362; and PSYC 301, 310, 315,
341, 391, and 441
G Social science psychology courses (6 credits):
Chosen from PSYC 321, 345, 351, 354, 355, 357,
361, and 424
G Clinical science psychology courses (6 credits):
Chosen from PSYC 353, 432, 435, 436, and 437
G Supplemental major courses (6 credits):
Any PSYC courses (but no more than three
1-credit courses)
Recommended Sequence
The following course sequence will fulfill all of the
requirements for the BS in psychology. Since some
recommended courses fulfill more than one requirement,
substituting courses for those listed may make it necessary
to take additional courses to meet degree requirements.
Students should consult an academic advisor whenever taking
advantage of other options.
Information on alternate courses (where allowable) to fulfill
general education requirements (in communications, arts
and humanities, behavioral and social sciences, biological and
physical sciences, mathematics, and interdisciplinary issues)
may be found on p. 67.